A small town in a vast wilderness, Cordova is the only community on the Copper River Delta. Approximately 2,500 folks live here year-round. Originally settled by Alaska Natives, Russians, Spaniards, then Early Americans, Cordova has a diverse cultural history. Today, commercial fishing is the life-blood of the town's commerce and quaint character.

Cordova is the home to some incredible birds and about half of Alaska's bird species visit this coastal environment. This SouthCentral part of the state is considered the northernmost rainforest in North America.

The awe-inspiring Scott Glacier, Sheridan Glacier, Sherman Glacier and Childs Glacier all butt up against Chugach Mountain Range and perpetually effect the changing geology. As the massive glaciers melt in the Spring, the Copper River swells. At 287 miles long, the Copper is one of the largest river systems in Alaska and considerably sediment-laden.

Find out more about these earthly wonders at Cordova's own Prince William Sound Science Center.

When the night sky is clear, star gazing is amazing!

The Northern Lights

Alaska State Facts

Admitted to the Union on January 3rd, 1959 as the 49th State. One of the least populated states; there is about one person per square mile. With over 586,000 square miles, Alaska's vast natural habitat hosts abundant wildlife.

Alaska State Symbols

Tree: Sitka Spruce
Flower: Forget-Me-Not
Fish: King Salmon
Mineral: Gold
Bird: Willow Ptarmigan
Motto: North to the Future

Since Cordova has no road leading to the "outside," a plane or boat ride will begin your adventure.
Alaska Airlines 1-800-252-7522
Era Aviation 1-800-866-8394
Alaska Marine Highway 1-800-642-0066