Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is incredible. In isolation from the rest of the world, this swath of land is simply massive. It is the largest national park in the United States, with a size equal to six Yellowstone National Parks, and boasts many peaks and glaciers. Follow any braided river or stream to its source and you will find either a receding, advancing, or tidewater glacier. The park lets you sample representative Alaska wildlife as well as historic mining sites. Hike its mountains, float its rivers, ski its glaciers, or fly over its landscapes and you will witness living geology. A feeling of wonder is understandable; after all, you might be the first to see such sights.

This park is best accessed from the town of McCarthy, which is at the end of a 60 mile dirt road.