Old Town Copper Center Inn & Restaurant

The feel

This is a family-run roadhouse restaurant on the site of the historic Copper Center Lodge, which was established in 1896 along the Richardson Trail. A fire destroyed the original lodge in 2012, though historic outbuildings remain, and the restaurant has a bar and lounge. Ownership has stayed with local families for more than 125 years.

The restaurant is Nummy's, named for the owner's grandmother, and it has served guests since 1948. Meals are homestyle and the atmosphere is relaxed. The inn sits between Valdez, McCarthy and Glennallen, minutes from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and near the Copper and Klutina Rivers.

What to expect

Setting

A family-run roadhouse with a restaurant, a bar and lounge, and guest rooms, at 101 Old Richardson Hwy Bus in Copper Center.

Hours

Restaurant open Tuesday to Sunday, 8am to 9pm, closed Mondays.

Food and drink

Breakfast, lunch and dinner, homestyle.

Kids

Family-run and set up for families.

Mingo says

Plan your visit for any day but Monday, when the restaurant is closed. The Klutina River is nearby if you are fishing.

Before you go

• Call (907) 822-3245 to check hours and the bar before you come.
• Book a guest room through the Book Now link on the inn's website.
• Use 101 Old Richardson Hwy Bus, Copper Center, as the address when you drive in.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.