Kennicott, Alaska

Kennicott: Nestled in the remote Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, this historic mining town at an elevation of 2,221 feet is surrounded by towering mountains and glaciers.

About

Kennicott is a city located in the county of Valdez-Cordova Census Area in the U.S. state of Alaska.

Quick Facts about Kennicott

State Alaska (United States)
County Valdez-Cordova Census Area
Latitude & Longitude 61.4842,-142.8878
Time Zone America/Anchorage
Local time 09:21:05 (6th November 2026)
Weather 29℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather

Geography

Kennicott is located at 61°29'3"N 142°53'16"W (61.4841600, -142.8877700).

Kennicott map

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Weather

29°F
Mostly Sunny
10 mph N This Afternoon

Mostly sunny, with a high near 29. North wind around 10 mph.

7-Day Forecast
Kennecott, Kennecott Mines

Closest post offices linked to Kennicott.

Post Office Name City ZIP
Chitina Post Office Chitina (AK) 99566

Other cities in Valdez-Cordova Census Area

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Valdez-Cordova Census Area , AK.

City Name Population Title
Valdez 3,843 City in Alaska, USA
Cordova 2,152 City in Alaska, USA