Alaska whitewater - Alsek River, Yukon Territory Borough Yukon Territory county, Haines Junction to Dry Bay section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III+(V+)     185 miles   This stretch of Alsek River in Yukon Territory Borough is 185 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III+(V+) section of whitewater. The wonderful Alaska scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This is the only paddling stretch along Alsek River. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so don't forget that a large     number of rivers in this state are not easy. The campgrounds here at Alsek River are pretty good. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Briefly about the general area: For the duration of the days of summer at Alsek River highs are commonly in the 50's. Summer nighttime lows descend down to the 40's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 30's; night lows in the 10's for Alsek River. Alsek River is a wet place that gets much rain; October is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month of the year is June.   Alsek River, Haines Junction to Dry Bay road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III+(V+) Length: 185 miles Average Gradient: 10 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61 Longitude: -137.5 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 59.1385 Longitude: -138.63041 Paddler input for Alsek River, Alaska: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Alsek River, Alaska Local climate location: YAKUTAT WSO AP 95 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.   All Alaska Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Alaska. Books about whitewater paddling on Alsek River, Alaska List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Alsek River, Alaska. Find a whitewater outfitter in Alaska Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Juneau, Alaska Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Juneau, Alaska, the metro area neareast to Alsek River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Alsek River.