Simply put, we feel McCarthy is one of Alaska's best kept small town secrets! There are hundreds of things to do while in McCarthy, we have compiled a list of some of our favorite activities that often go overlooked. 5. Rent a Bike A bike can open up a lot of country for you in the McCarthy area. Bring a lunch and take a ride across McCarthy creek and down the 9 mile Nizina road to the Nizina River and long abandoned