History
Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark
McCarthy, Alaska
Red mill buildings of an abandoned copper mining town at the foot of a glacier.
- Price
- Tours around US$30 to US$40
- Booking
- Best to book
- Time to allow
- 4 hours
A huge ore-processing mill climbs a hill above the old town. Guided tours explain the operation and you can walk the Root Glacier trail from the end of the road. Shuttle runs from McCarthy.
Good to know
- Take the shuttle
- Guided tours need booking
- Best time
- June to September
- Getting there
- Shuttle from McCarthy
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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