Kwigiumpainukamiut is a ghost town located in the Bethel Census Area of Alaska. Once a small settlement, it now stands abandoned, offering a glimpse into Alaska’s past. Below is detailed information about the town.
County: Bethel Census Area
Zip Code: Not available
Latitude / Longitude: 61°34′6.96″N, 159°13′32.88″W
Elevation: Not available
Time Zone: Alaska Standard Time (AKST) (UTC-9)
Established: Not available
Disestablished: Not available
Comments: Kwigiumpainukamiut is situated between Chuathbaluk and Napaimute, directly across the river from Kolmakoff Island. The site is a clearing approximately 200 yards long, which becomes more visible in early spring when covered with tan-colored grass.
Remains: The area is primarily a clearing with no significant standing structures remaining.
Current Status: Abandoned
Remarks: The town’s name, Kwigiumpainukamiut, is one of the longest place names in the United States, consisting of 18 letters.
