Alaska whitewater - Aniakchak River, Aniakchak National Park and Preserve Borough

Aniakchak National Park and Preserve county, Surprise Lake to Aniakchak Bay section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-IV     32 miles
  This section of Aniakchak River in Aniakchak National Park and Preserve Borough is 32 miles long and is a class I-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Alaska and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so better not forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels
    fill up quick. There's camping available near Aniakchak River. There are no other stretches to paddle along Aniakchak River than the Surprise Lake to Aniakchak Bay stretch. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people.
A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so make sure you pack enough food along with your camping gear.

Briefly about the general area:
Aniakchak River is generally a pretty waterless location; September is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month is February. Summertime highs at Aniakchak River frequently tend to be in the 50's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures fall down into the 40's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 20's with winter lows in the 10's overnight here at Aniakchak River.
 

Aniakchak River, Surprise Lake to Aniakchak Bay road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-IV
Length: 32 miles
Average Gradient: 30 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 56.90599
Longitude: -158.08091

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 56.7634
Longitude: -157.4934

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Current weather conditions at Aniakchak River, Alaska
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Local climate location: PORT HEIDEN 41 miles away


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