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Kennecott Mill Town Tour

5.0(41)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 41 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy St. Elias Alpine Guides
Kennecott Mill Town Tour

About this activity

Kennecott, Alaska is a ghost town frozen in time. When the Kennecott Copper Corporation abruptly abandoned the town in 1938, they left behind their equipment, buildings, and personal belongings; yet, their stories of discovery, perseverance, and ingenuity live on!

St. Elias Alpine Guides holds the exclusive concession with the National Park Service, and access to the 14-story Concentration Mill is only possible through this tour. Come see what it was like to live and work in this remote wilderness as you tour the town site with one of our knowledgeable guides. Listen to tales of lucky fortunes, tenacious frontiersmen, and tragic endings. Gain exclusive access to explore inside the 14-story mill building and several other historic buildings when you join our tour! Our 2-hour historic Mill Town Tour is a must-do for anyone visiting Kennecott, Alaska!

What's included

  • ✓Hard Hat

Meeting and pickup

  • Our office is the second building on the left as you enter the Kennecott Town Site. Please meet us there 10 minutes before the start of your tour time! If you are coming from McCarthy, please note that you will need to catch the shuttle that leaves an hour before the start of your tour.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to be in a hands free carrier.
  • Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty walking.
  • Not recommended for travelers who experience extreme knee pain.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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