McCarthy
End of the Road
State: Alaska
County: Valdez-Cordova Census Area
Founded: 1908
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Copper town
McCarthy was a supply town for the Kennecott copper mines. Access is via the 60-mile McCarthy Road followed by a footbridge across the Kennicott River. About 25 people live here year-round. It's a base for visiting Kennecott.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Difficult (60-mile dirt road)
Time Needed: Full day
Quick Facts
- Footbridge access only
- 25 year-round residents
- Gateway to Kennecott
Location
Address: McCarthy, AK (end of road)
Coordinates: 61.4333, -142.9167