Alaskan National Parks

Alaska is home to some of the most breathtaking national parks within the United States borders. From camping to fishing and flight-seeing there are many things that Alaskan National Parks have to offer. If you are dreaming of a world of adventure in an icy winter wonderland, a trip to Denali National Park or Glacier Bay may be just right for you. It's more than mountains and ice. Discover what Alaska has to offer by taking a look at these four Alaskan national parks.

Wrangell St. Elias National Park and Preserve
Wrangell St. Elias National Park is a vast mountain wilderness and is considered to be a historical American treasure. The native Ahtna people still reside in the local villages and are very much a part of the parks preservation. Wrangell St. Elias National Park covers over 13 million acres and other than being the United States largest national park, it is also the worlds largest protected eco system. Home to many species of birds, marine life, and also many terrestrial species makes Wrangell St. Elias National Park a great place to view wildlife and birds.

Hubbard Glacier, Nabesna Glacier, and Malaspina Glacier are a few of the most popular attractions in the park. There is also the well-liked Kennecott Mine and visitors center. Wrangell St. Elias National Park has hundreds of sites that many visitors never see. There are active volcanoes in the park as well as glacial lakes, hanging glaciers, sand dunes, mud volcanoes, and raging rivers. White water rafting is popular in this Alaskan National Park as well as sport fishing, and some boating. There are also numerous camp grounds in Wrangell St. Elias National Park, with and without lodging.