Alaska whitewater - Jacksina River, Wrangell Mountains, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Upper river to Nabesna River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     29 miles   The wonderful Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. When you're paddling down a Wrangell Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. The Upper river to Nabesna River section of Jacksina River in Alaska is 29 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class IV section of whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't     matter, this is an area with not too many other spots for that. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Alaska are harder than the national norm, so better not forget that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. There are no other stretches to paddle along Jacksina River than the Upper river to Nabesna River stretch. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Briefly about the general area: Summertime brings highs in the 70's to Jacksina River. Once the sun is down it descends down to the 40's. Throughout the wintertime highs are frequently in the-10's, and after the sun   is down through the winter temperatures at Jacksina River sink into the-30's. Not much rain falls here at Jacksina River; July is when you get the most rain here; the driest of the months is March. Jacksina River, Upper river to Nabesna River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV Length: 29 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 62.1878 Longitude: -143.32891 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 62.35359 Longitude: -142.8758 Paddler input for Jacksina River, Alaska: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Jacksina River, Wrangell Mountains, Alaska Local climate location: TOK 30 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy 30 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 Jacksina River, Alaska List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Jacksina 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 Jacksina River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Jacksina River.   Whitewater Near Jacksina River: Nizina River, Wrangell-St. Elias Natl. Park Borough , 29 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Kennicott River to Chitna River) Kennicott River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 29 miles away, Class II+ - 4.8 miles long (McCarthy Road to Nizina River)   Hotels Near Jacksina River: McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy , 30 miles away