Compared to locations like Anchorage or Fairbanks, McCarthy is a little off the beaten path! We thought it would be helpful to create a brief summary of the options for traveling to McCarthy. Remember, it takes a while to get to us, so plan on staying an extra night to truly explore the area.
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Copper Town Shuttle 907-202-6717
ANCHORAGE to/from MCCARTHY (June-July) $200 one way
Between McCarthy & Chitina $79 one way; $150 round trip
Between McCarthy & Glennallen $100 one way
Tour Group discounts available
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Between MCCARTHY & KENNICOTT
Getting around once your in the park:
Copper Town Shuttle provides free transportation for the towns of McCarthy & Kennicott, and Parking lot footbridge.
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Copper Town Shuttle also uses our collection of Antique Autos from Alaska. So ask for your free ride from the McCarthy Lodge Resort!
Driving Directions
FROM ANCHORAGE
- 307 mile
- East on Glen Hwy
- 7 hours travel time
FROM GLENALLEN
- 128 miles
- South on the Edgerton Hwy
- 3h 45m travel time
FROM FAIRBANKS
- 371 miles
- South on the Richardson Hwy
- 8 hours travel time
If you are in McCarthy, do not miss staying at Ma Johnon’s Hotel. It has remarkable atmosphere, it is super clean and inviting. The owner, Neil, went out of his way to help us plan. They serve great breakfast and the price is very reasonable. We are on our way back!
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