Set on 65 extraordinary acres in the heart of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, this is a rare chance to own a truly wild Alaska property with both ground and air access. Located approximately 8.5 miles SE of McCarthy, the property offers a level of remoteness, privacy, and natural beauty that is increasingly hard to find yet remains accessible. by vehicle/ATV trail and plane (see more/addendums) via an adjacent2600 ft X 100 ft grass airstrip. By air from Anchorage to the Nizina Airstrip is approximately 2-2.5hours depending on type of aircraft and wind. By ground from Anchorage to the Boreal is 9-10hours.Perched on a dramatic 150-foot bluff above the braided glacial Nizina River, the setting is nothingshort of spectacular. The views stretch across the river valley to the Chugach Mountains andGoodlata Peak (8166 ft) creating an ever-changing panorama. Wildlife is abundant and frequentlyseen on the property including grizzlies, black bears, moose, coyotes, lynx and more. The threemigratory thrushes; Varied, Swainson's, Hermit sing their eerie songs and breed in the northernforest. Robins are prolific as well. Boreal is an exceptional basecamp for adventure, solitude,recreation, photography and immersion in one of the most remarkable landscapes in NorthAmerica.With the grass airstrip you're within an hour+ to explore 22,000 sq miles of park wilderness. And,with the adjacent parks, Glacier Bay NP, Tatshenshini-Alsek Park and Kluane National Park add16,000 sq miles to total 38,000 sq miles. All four parks comprise a UNESCO World Heritage Site,the largest protected wilderness in the world!Boreal is designed for comfortable, self-sufficient living in a remote environment. Utilities include anoff-grid 4.4kW solar power system, 1200 ah 48v battery bank, backup 8kW and 2kW generatorcapacity, Class C (well) water and wastewater systems providing the infrastructure. Cell serviceand a dedicated Internet router are provided by Copper Valley Telecom (Verizon roams).Whether as a private retreat for family and friends, adventure base or legacy holding this offering isreal wilderness. The nearby historic communities of McCarthy and Kennecott offer many servicesincluding visitor accommodations, cafes, activities and tours during the summer.The main lodge includes a commercial kitchen, great room, 3 bathrooms, library, pantry, laundry, 3bedrooms, screen porch, arctic entries and decks. The large south deck is a great gathering placeafter a day of exploring. The south lawn beckons frisbee or playing catch.There are numerous outbuildings and support structures that add flexibility and function forstorage, operations, guests, equipment and recreational use. Also included is an impressivecollection of vehicles, equipment, tools, furnishings, and operational assets, making this a trueturnkey package. Included personal property is a 1984 John Deere 410-B backhoe, multiple ATVs,trailers, snowmachines, Woodmizer sawmill, splitter, furnishings, kitchen appliances including acommercial oven/stove top, two side-by-side Vestfrost refrigerators, a dedicated freezer, cookware,washing machine, shop tools, hardware, shelving, building materials and more. The breadth ofassets significantly enhances the value and immediate usability of the property. This is not simply a parcel of land--it's an established wilderness compound in an iconic nationalpark setting. Remote, self-reliant, scenic, and adventure-ready, Boreal Wilderness offers anownership opportunity that is rare in Alaska: a place where you can fly in, drive in, look out over theNizina River from your own bluff, and experience the wild on a daily basis without giving up thesystems and structures that make extended stays possible.Copy the link below to download the Boreal Wilderness Portfolio 2026.pdf with many hi-res imagesto zoom for detail. The bookmark panel is on the right. Also Boreal-at-a-Glance.pdf is available.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RKFjApl2GcJkmrx-OjiAZmH0mqt9gvrP/view?usp=share_linkClick the Google Earth link below to locate Boreal Wilderness:https://earth.google.com/earth/d/1xBhMTmY8dBz3BIxsrJSYn1RFlbn0ZsBD?usp=sharing
| MLS # | 26-3836 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Commercial |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Days On Site | 136 |
| Listing Provided By | Real Estate Brokers of Alaska | Janice Lobaugh |
| SQ Feet | 3,500 |
|---|---|
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | UNZ - Not Zoned |
| Acreage | 65.00 |
| Property View | Glacier, Mountain(s), River, Uno |
| Heating | Wood, Propane |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Roof | Metal |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Log, Post & Beam, Wood Frame - 2x6 |
| Foundation Details | Poured Concrete, Sono Tubes, Slab |
| Exterior Sp Finish Co Exterior Sp Finish | Log, Wood |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|
| Access Co Access | Airstrip, Dirt, Gravel, Maintained, Trail |
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| Tax Map Number | N/A |
|---|---|
| Tax Legal Description | Legal Description in documents. |
| State | AK |
|---|---|
| City | Remote |
| Area | 3B Eastern Interior |
| Subarea | Eastern Interior All |
| Listing VS Median (in ) | |
Price: $3,250,000 low | high Med: $3,250,000 sqft: 3,500 low | high Med: 3,500 $ / sqft: $929 low | high Med: $929 On site: 136 low | high Med: 136 | |
| State | AK |
|---|---|
| City | Remote |
| Area | 3B Eastern Interior |
| Subarea | Eastern Interior All |
| Listing VS Median (in ) | |
Price: $3,250,000 low | high Med: $3,250,000 sqft: 3,500 low | high Med: 3,500 $ / sqft: $929 low | high Med: $929 On site: 136 low | high Med: 136 | |