Kennecott Visitor Center

61.4833, -142.8878 · Park boundary: National Park Service
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Located in the "Blackburn School," the Kennecott Visitor Center has exhibits and Rangers available to help with your trip planning.
- Every day
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Daily 9:00am-11:30am, 1:30pm-4:30pm; Crown of the Continent & Kennecott Mill film shown in the General Store/Warehouse; exhibit buildings open; Dial-A-Ranger at (907) 205-7106. Contact the NPS-concessionaire St Elias Alpine Guides for available tours in the Kennecott Mill building.
Virtual Visit 2021 NPS Passport stamp and Junior Ranger Virtual Visit stamp
After being dropped off by the McCarthy to Kennecott shuttle, or if you walk/bike from McCarthy to Kennecott (5 miles), when you approach the town entrance, proceed to the visitor center on the left, inside the historical Blackburn School.
Located in the "Blackburn School," the Kennecott Visitor Center has exhibits and Rangers available to help with your trip planning.

Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.
National Park Service registryChecked 2026-08-04
Where is Kennecott Visitor Center?
Kennecott Visitor Center in Wrangell–St. Elias National Park is at Blackburn School, Kennecott, AK.
What services does Kennecott Visitor Center offer?
Kennecott Visitor Center in Wrangell–St. Elias National Park lists bicycle - rack, braille, bus/shuttle stop, first aid kit available, gifts/souvenirs/books, historical/interpretive information/exhibits, information, information - maps available, information - park newspaper available, information kiosk/bulletin board, internet/wifi available, restroom - accessible, restroom - seasonal, scenic view/photo spot, toilet - vault/composting, trailhead, water - non-potable.
Is there a passport stamp at Kennecott Visitor Center?
Yes. Kennecott Visitor Center in Wrangell–St. Elias National Park is a National Park Passport stamp location. Virtual Visit 2021 NPS Passport stamp and Junior Ranger Virtual Visit stamp
What is the phone number for Kennecott Visitor Center?
Kennecott Visitor Center in Wrangell–St. Elias National Park can be reached on 9072057106.
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