Resort in Alaska
McCarthy, Alaska was not the first town established to support the mining town of Kennicott. The settlement of Blackburn was a town of hopeful workers and businessmen. Because its location was not on the direct route of the Copper River and Northwestern Railway (CRNR), Blackburn did not endure.
McCarthy, Alaska was not the first town established to support the mining town of Kennicott. The settlement of Blackburn was a town of hopeful workers and businessmen. Because its location was not on the direct route of the Copper River and Northwestern Railway (CRNR), Blackburn did not endure.
McCarthy became the site of the CRNR turnaround station and businesses such as hotels, restaurants, and stores quickly developed.
McCarthy has a very colorful history! Since no gambling or drinking were allowed in the mining town of Kennecott, McCarthy evolved as a diversion for the miners, providing saloons and a red light district. At its peak, McCarthy provided services to the area's 800 residents. When the mine closed in 1938, McCarthy, like Kennicott, became a ghost town. Unlike Kennicott, however, McCarthy has always had a few hardy souls who have made it their home.
Today, in McCarthy, you can wander around to explore the old buildings like the Powerhouse or enjoy time at the McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum. Our Kennicott lodge is only 5 miles from McCarthy. If you are looking for a McCarthy hotel, we hope you will consider a stay with us. We provide a daily shuttle to McCarthy and have tons of activities to do on the glacier and surrounding area, as well as an on-site restaurant to provide all your meals.
