Mile 59 McCarthy Road, Chitina, AK 99566

$1,375,000
Property Type: Business Opportunity Lot Size (sq. ft.): 217,800 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,375,000 Last Modified: 9/24/2025

Description

Discover a truly extraordinary property in one of Alaska's most iconic and awe-inspiring locations. Nestled just outside the historic town of McCarthy, this 5± acre gem offers a rare blend of natural beauty, modern comforts, and entrepreneurial potential — all within the majestic Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.

Supplements: Once a thriving copper mining town, McCarthy has become one of Alaska's most sought-after destinations  second only to Denali National Park in visitor popularity. Unlike other former mining towns that have long since been transformed, McCarthy retains its authentic character while standing on the brink of upscale development. National Geographic and other major publications have featured this region for its raw beauty, rich history, and unmatched adventure potential. Located at Mile 59 of McCarthy Road, this property offers something incredibly rare: full drive-up access on the west side of the Kennecott River. You can pull straight into the garage, unload supplies with ease, and enjoy the convenience of being just 1.5 miles from McCarthy's town center by foot, bike, or ATV. Several nearby landing options for pilots include a gravel airstrip only 0.1± miles from the property line. Thoughtfully developed with deep respect for the natural surroundings, this turnkey homestead features a 2,600± square foot modern main home and three beautifully crafted log cabins, all set up for comfortable, off-grid living. Every essential amenity is covered with a DEC-approved five-bedroom septic system, two producing wells (75-foot residential and 85-foot commercial), and high-capacity generators. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat, a launchpad for adventure tourism, or a unique investment property, this extraordinary slice of Alaskan paradise offers it all  privacy, access, history, and potential. Step into a lifestyle that combines rugged independence with refined living, surrounded by some of the most stunning scenery on Earth.

More Information MLS# 25-4294

Location, Tax and Legal

Region: 3 - Interior & North Alaska Regions - All Borough/Census Area: 3B - Eastern Interior Grid # (Muni Anch): N/A Tax Map #-Mat-Su: N/A Legal: Tr 25 Kennicott River Land Tracts, Plat 63-10

Property Info

Realtor.com Type: Commercial Construction Status: Existing Structure Acres: 5 SF-Lot: 217800 Zoning: UNK - Unknown Type of Property: Land & Building

Directions and Remarks

Directions: Call.

Business Type

B & B: 1 Hotel/Motel: 1 Recreation: 1 Other: 1

View Type

Glacier: 1 Lake: 1 Mountains: 1 Unobstructed: 1

Docs Avl for Review

Docs Posted on MLS: 1

Contract Info

Price-List: 1375000 Date-Listing: 2025-04-18 Status: Active

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 855 - Eastern Interior - All Street #: Mile 59 Street Name: McCarthy Arterial: Road Closest USPS Town: Chitina State: AK Zip Code: 99566

Property Features

Business Type: B & B; Hotel/Motel; Recreation; Other View Type: Glacier; Lake; Mountains; Unobstructed Docs Avl for Review: Docs Posted on MLS

Documents

Listing Office: Real Broker Alaska
IDX
Last Updated: September - 24 - 2025
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