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AK · Alaska · 2026 exact answer

Fee-free park at Wrangell–St. Elias: what applies in 2026?

Direct answer

Fee-free park - no entrance fee and no entry gate

Exact conditions

Status
Not required; the stated access rule still applies
Applies to
all visitors
Place or corridor
Whole park and preserve; McCarthy Road and Nabesna Road
Effective dates
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026
Published fee
$0
Release model
first come

Fee detail: No entrance fee is charged. Annual park passes are not sold here.

Exceptions and limits

  • Parking and camping fees are possible at privately owned businesses permitted to operate in the park, e.g. private overnight parking and camping at mile 60 at the Kennicott River Bridge.
  • The park does not accept cash for anything.

Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

Since it is a Fee Free Park, annual park passes are not available for sale. ... Parking and camping fees are possible at privately owned businesses permitted to operate in the park.

Fees & Passes - Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve