Northern Highways - Alaska, the Yukon & northern British Columbia

The Edgerton Highway is a paved road that begins at Mile 83 of the Richardson Highway (near Copper Center) and runs 33 miles to Chitina. The McCarthy Road is a narrow gravel road that continues another 58 miles to McCarthy, where it dead-ends.

The McCarthy Road
History and current conditions.

The McCarthy Road
As well as some history and other information, some outdated.

Richardson Highway
A guide to the history, services and attractions.

Edgerton Highway and McCarthy Road
Information and photos from Wrangell-St. Elias Lodging & Tours.

Chitina
A guide to the services and attractions in the area.

McCarthy & Kennicott
A guide to the services and attractions in the area.