Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Map
Interactive map of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is a national park in Alaska. Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is a US national park known for the largest US national park.
Right now it is -5°F (-20°C) in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park with fog. It feels like -12°F. Today runs from -11°F to -0°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 2.5/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is March, April and June. The climate is polar. January, October and November tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 21°F, while March is the coldest with lows near -17°F.
The closest major airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), about 234 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of -0°F is 6.1°F below the 6°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near -11°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
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Coordinates: 61°42′37.4″N 142°59′8.5″W (61.7104, -142.9857)
Quick facts about Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 61°42′37.4″N 142°59′8.5″W (61.7104, -142.9857) |
| Established | 1980 |
| Known for | the largest US national park |
| Local time | 5:36 PM (UTC-08:00) |
| Best months | March, April and June |
| Climate | Polar |
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Getting to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
- Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) · 234 mi
- Anchorage · 231 mi · roughly 5.3 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport | ANC | 234 mi | Anchorage |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Wrangell-St. Elias National Park?
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is a national park in Alaska. Its coordinates are 61.7104, -142.9857. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park right now?
It is currently -5°F (-20°C) with fog. Humidity is 87% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park?
March, April and June offer the most comfortable conditions in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, which has a polar climate. January, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in?
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park observes America/Anchorage (UTC-08:00). The local time is 5:36 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park?
The closest airports are Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), 234 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 5:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
