Alaska whitewater - Chitistone River, Wrangell Mountains, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Glacier Creek to Nizina River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     9 miles   The Glacier Creek to Nizina River stretch of Chitistone River is 9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Alaska are often tougher than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. 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. A bit of exercise and just being     out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling rivers. The Glacier Creek to Nizina River stretch is the only paddling stretch along Chitistone River. The wonderful Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. There's camping available near Chitistone River. When you're paddling down a Wrangell Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. Briefly about the general area: A fine place in close proximity to Chitistone River is Peavine Bar. It is very dry here at Chitistone River regularly; July   is when you get the most rain here; March on the other hand is the driest. Summertime highs at Chitistone River usually tend to be in the 70's, and the overnight is rather colder of course, typically in the 40's. The wintertime comes with highs in the-10's, and winter nights come with lows in the-30's to Chitistone River. Chitistone River, Glacier Creek to Nizina River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 9 miles Average Gradient: 66 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.45899 Longitude: -142.4045 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.4178 Longitude: -142.5967 Paddler input for Chitistone River, Alaska: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Chitistone River, Wrangell Mountains, Alaska Local climate location: TOK 68 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy 29 miles away McCarthy Lodge and Ma Johnsons Hotel is a fully restored historic property. Each room is filled with authentic artifacts from McCarthy and Kennicott. Wonderful original amenities. Owned & staffed by y...   Wrangell Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Wrangell Mountains. Wrangell Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Wrangell Mountains. All Alaska Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Alaska. Books about whitewater paddling on Chitistone River, Alaska List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Chitistone 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 Fairbanks, Alaska Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Fairbanks, Alaska, the metro area neareast to Chitistone River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Chitistone River.   Whitewater Near Chitistone River: Kiagna River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 16 miles away, Class V+ - 19 miles long (Gravel bar to Chitina River) Nizina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 18 miles away, Class II+ - 35 miles long (Nizina Glacier to Kennicott River) McCarthy Creek, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 24 miles away, Class III+(V+) - 19 miles long (Close to Bonanza Ridge to McCarthy) Tana River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 24 miles away, Class IV - 36 miles long (Gravel Bar to Chitina River)   Hotels Near Chitistone River: McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy , 29 miles away