Alaska whitewater - Kennicott River, Wrangell Mountains, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough

Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, McCarthy Road to Nizina River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     4.8 miles
  This stretch of Kennicott River is 4.8 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II+ section. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Alaska is often tougher than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The natural beauty of Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. The McCarthy Road to Nizina River stretch is the only paddling stretch along
    Kennicott River. There are plenty of hotels here if you want to spend a night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions
for lots of people. The beauty of the Wrangell Mountains is a great plus for this river. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with not too many other spots for that.

Briefly about the general area:
Fivemile Gulch is a good spot to pop by close by. Kennicott River gets very little rainfall; all through the month of July you get the most rain around here, and the driest month is April.
Through the warmest time of the year at Kennicott River highs are usually in the 60's while overnight lows are mostly in the 40's.
 
The wintertime brings highs down to the 0's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at Kennicott River descend into the-20's.

Kennicott River, McCarthy Road to Nizina River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 4.8 miles
Average Gradient: 41 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 61.4294
Longitude: -142.943

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 61.37657
Longitude: -143.00109

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Current weather conditions at Kennicott River, Wrangell Mountains, Alaska
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Local climate location: SLANA 54 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy
4 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...





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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Kennicott River.
 Whitewater Near Kennicott River:
McCarthy Creek, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 8 miles away, Class III+(V+) - 19 miles long (Close to Bonanza Ridge to McCarthy)
Nizina River, Wrangell-St. Elias Natl. Park Borough , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Kennicott River to Chitna River)
Chakina River, Valdez-Cordova (CA) Borough , 11 miles away, Class V - 20 miles long (Gravel bar to Chitina River)
Nizina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 15 miles away, Class II+ - 35 miles long (Nizina Glacier to Kennicott River)
Tana River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 18 miles away, Class IV - 36 miles long (Gravel Bar to Chitina River)
Lakina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 26 miles away, Class III-IV - 17 miles long (Mill Creek to McCarthy Road Bridge)
 Hotels Near Kennicott River:
McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy , 4 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Kennicott River:
Glacier View Campground, Anchorage, 3 miles away

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