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.
Exclusive to McCarthy Lodge & Ma Johnson's Guests: allows SUV vehicles on the McCarthy Road with proof of full coverage of insurance. Alaska's offices for Budget Car Rental: toll free number 1-800-248-0150, or from overseas 1-907-243-0150.
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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
Copper Town Shuttle
Your 'PARK PASS'
FOR SHUTTLES
$20 For your entire stay
Includes Golden Saloon* Late Night Shuttles
*Golden Saloon Late Night Shuttles for Open Mic Thursdays & Weekend Band nights; also includes Salmon & Bear Shuttle back to Kennicott or the Footbridge.
$20 Good for up to 7 days $45 Season Pass for Locals
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Between MCCARTHY & KENNICOTT
Getting around once your in the park:
Copper Town Shuttle provides NPS Authorized (CUA) National Park Shuttle Services between the towns of McCarthy & Kennicott.
- Scheduled, Frequent, Reliable
- Professional Drivers
- Fleet of New Vans
Always Free Shuttle between the Parking lot Bridge & The McCarthy Center.
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Also ask about a ride in one of McCarthy Lodge's collection of Alaskan Antique Autos
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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