The Top 10 Attractions around Mccarthy
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Mccarthy. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Mccarthy is a region where 10
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 20, 2025
Kennecott Mill Town
Highlight • Historical Site
To the north of the coastal town of Valdez, the huge buildings of the former copper mine that unearthed a fortune in copper ore between 1900 and 1938 still stand …
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Root Glacier Trail and Erie Mine Trail Junction
Highlight • Trail
The trail provides access to Root Glacier as well as primitive campsites with food lockers. Depending on the season, a river crossing may be necessary to reach the glacier. The …
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McCarthy Town Center
Highlight • Settlement
A small town that formed alongside the Kennecott Mine and Mill site, five miles away. McCarthy flourished during the copper mining boom, and played a part in the railroad infrastructure …
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View of Kennicott Glacier from Kennicott Mine
Highlight • Viewpoint
The Kennicott Mine can be visited in the summer after the mine has melted. There are guided tours and mountain tours as well as glacier tours on the nearby Kennicott …
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View of Stairway Icefall
Highlight • Viewpoint
The Erie Mine Trail ends here, approximately 3,000 feet below the remains of the Erie Mine and bunkhouse. Expansive views of Root Glacier are possible. Also viewable, weather permitting: Stairway …
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