- Chitina is a small city located in the Valdez-Cordova Census Area of Alaska, United States. It is situated at the confluence of the Copper and Chitina Rivers, in the heart of the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve. Chitina has a population of around 126 people.
- The city was established as a mining town in the early 1900s, during the Copper River and Northwestern Railway construction. It served as a transportation hub for the copper mines in the region. However, mining declined in the later years, and Chitina now relies mainly on tourism and subsistence activities.
- Chitina offers stunning natural beauty, with its proximity to the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve. The park is known for its vast wilderness, glaciers, and towering mountains, attracting outdoor enthusiasts for activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting.
- Despite its small size, Chitina has some amenities including an airstrip, a post office, a campground, a few small businesses, and lodges for tourists. The community also holds various events and festivals throughout the year, such as the annual Copper River Wild! Salmon Festival, celebrating the region's abundant salmon population.
- Chitina provides an opportunity for visitors to experience the remote and rugged Alaskan wilderness while also enjoying a sense of community and local culture.