Backcountry
Your scenic flight to one of
many destinations in the park is where the backcountry begins. The type
of trip you choose after the flight is up to you. With Wrangell-St.
Elias National Park's more than 13 million vast acres to explore, the
possibilities for adventure are literally endless. It is probable
that; in your exploring you will set foot on soil that has never experienced
the touch of "modern man." The rugged country offers solitude,
relaxation, adventure and challenging situations. The level of adventure
is up to you...from a relaxing fly-in day-hiking trip to climbing one of the
park's many peaks over 16,000 feet we can accommodate you. Our locations
offer ready access to fishing, glacial trekking, ice and rock climbing,
mountaineering,
rafting trips, horse riding, exploring historical mining ruins and so
much more! Enjoy strenuous and challenging overnight trips through
varying terrain or base-camp from a backcountry cabin as you revel in the
magnificence of surrounding mountain vistas. As you explore this
spectacular land, don't forget to take a deep breath and relish in the crisp,
clean air; exploring your solitude and immersion in the wilds of this land.
Traveling up Dan
Creek by cross-country skis in the heart of winter offers stunning views of
Pyramid Peak.
Alaska's backcountry
is virtually devoid of trails, making good maps and skilled navigation a key
asset for any backcountry trip. You may, though, find yourself traveling
along one of several trails created by animal traffic. As you explore
the spectacular scenery and take in the awe-inspiring mountain vistas keep an
eye out for both large game and small animals. Trails may also exist
that are remnants of the mining days. Along these trails you may want to
watch for evidence of this culture in the form of artifacts, mining shafts and
even mining camps and cabins. Many of the cabins are recently renovated
and open to public use. Hikers and campers are encouraged to take
advantage of the taste of "backcountry luxury" and insight into the
mining days that the cabins provide.
Glacial expanses and
their glistening blue pools offer hikers relief from Wrangell-St. Elias's
"sweltering" 80 degree days.
As you browse the
options listed here, keep in mind that these are merely several
suggestions: You have over 13m million acres as your backyard. We
suggest that you
As you browse the options
listed here, keep in mind that these are merely several suggestions: you have
over 13 million acres as your backyard. We suggest that you look at a
map yourself and think about what type of trip and terrain will best fit your
needs. Keep in mind the length of trip desired, your skill level,
weather and season, terrain prefferred, and wildlife and vistas sought
after. If you don't find what you are looking for here, we will be happy
to work with you to tailor a trip to fit your needs. Above all-- Enjoy
your trip and be safe!
A taste of history,
this cabin sits at the heart of an old gold-mining area.
One of many mining
relics in the area, this cabin at Chititu camp offers the history buff and the
curious explorer great exploratory opportunities.
