Mount Sanford is a large shield volcano in the eastern Alaska Range, inside Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, near Copper Center in the United States. At 16,237 feet, it is the sixth highest peak in Alaska, and it is also known as Sanford Peak.
What to expect
Mount Sanford is a mountain for travelers who come to see wild, high country. Its broad, shield-shaped form rises above a landscape of glaciers, ridges and river valleys typical of this part of the Alaska Range. Most visitors see it as part of a wider trip into the park rather than as a single destination.
Planning a visit
- Setting: The mountain lies in a remote, protected area, so expect wilderness conditions rather than developed facilities.
- Getting oriented: Copper Center is the nearest named community given in the record, and a reasonable place to start planning.
- Contact: For current information on the park and access, you can call +1-907-822-5234.
Because Mount Sanford sits in a national park and preserve, visitors should check conditions and regulations with park staff before setting out. A visit suits those who are comfortable with remote travel and who want to see one of Alaska's large volcanic peaks in its natural setting.
