McCarthy, AK

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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve showing a small town or village and signage
McCarthy featuring signage
McCarthy
McCarthy
McCarthy featuring signage
Ma Johnson's Hotel

Ma Johnson's Hotel

2.5 out of 5
101 Kennicott Avenue, Chitina, AK
Stay at this hotel in Chitina. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum and McCarthy ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
End of the season stay
"Ma Johnson's is the classic vintage small town hotel. The decor reflected the town's history and each room was decorated accordingly. They were upfront about things like a shared bathroom and no outlets in the rooms. It was a little cold upstairs since that floor does not have heaters in the rooms ..."

Reviewed on 10 September 2025

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Ma Johnson's Hotel
Blackburn Cabins

Blackburn Cabins

1 out of 5
Mile 1 Kennicott Wagon Road, McCarthy, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Chitina, AK
Stay at this cabin in Chitina. Enjoy a picnic area, memory foam beds, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"It was a very nice, cozy stay with awesome staff."

Reviewed on 6 August 2025

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Blackburn Cabins
Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi

Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi

McCarthy
Stay at this vacation home in Chitina. Popular attractions McCarthy Footbridge and McCarthy Road Information Station are located nearby.
Summer 25 Trip
"The host (Michael) was very knowledgeable of the area and helpful in getting us what we needed."

Reviewed on 6 July 2025

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Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blackburn Cabins

Blackburn Cabins

1 out of 5
Mile 1 Kennicott Wagon Road, McCarthy, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Chitina, AK
Stay at this cabin in Chitina. Enjoy a picnic area, memory foam beds, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"It was a very nice, cozy stay with awesome staff."

Reviewed on 6 August 2025

Blackburn Cabins
Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi

Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi

McCarthy
Stay at this vacation home in Chitina. Popular attractions McCarthy Footbridge and McCarthy Road Information Station are located nearby.
Summer 25 Trip
"The host (Michael) was very knowledgeable of the area and helpful in getting us what we needed."

Reviewed on 6 July 2025

Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi
Fireweed Mountain Lodge - Erie Cabin

Fireweed Mountain Lodge - Erie Cabin

McCarthy
Stay at this cabin in Chitina. Enjoy a garden and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions McCarthy Road Information Station and McCarthy Footbridge are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"The location was wonderful. My only reason I wouldn’t stay again was the location of the outhouse. It was too far. Patrick was wonderful and easy to get ahold of."

Reviewed on 10 August 2025

Fireweed Mountain Lodge - Erie Cabin
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

McCarthy Road Information Station

Explore the great outdoors at McCarthy Road Information Station, a lovely green space in McCarthy. Discover the glaciers while you're in the area.

McCarthy Road Information Station

McCarthy Creek

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McCarthy Creek during your travels in McCarthy. Discover the glaciers while you're in the area.

McCarthy Creek

Kennecott Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Kennecott Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Kennicott.

Kennecott Visitor Center

Mount Blackburn

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Blackburn during your travels in Chitina. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Mount Blackburn

McCarthy Footbridge

After visiting McCarthy Footbridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in McCarthy. Discover the glaciers while you're in the area.

McCarthy Footbridge

McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum during your travels in McCarthy. Discover the glaciers while you're in the area.

McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum