Alaska whitewater - Kiagna River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Gravel bar to Chitina River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V+     19 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Alaska tend to be more challenging than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The nature scenery of Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. There are no other sections to paddle along Kiagna River than the Gravel bar to Chitina River section. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter,      around here you won't find a large number of other spots. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. This section of Kiagna River is 19 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class V+ section. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. 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: Kiagna River gets very little precipitation; most of the rain falls throughout July while March is the month with the least amount of precipitation. At Kiagna River through the summertime months highs are in the 60's, and the night is somewhat chillier of course,   commonly in the 40's. The wintertime brings highs down to the-20's with temperatures at Kiagna River dipping down into the-30's during winter nights. Kiagna River, Gravel bar to Chitina River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V+ Length: 19 miles Average Gradient: 92 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 60.8725 Longitude: -142.29711 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.10832 Longitude: -142.53333 Paddler input for Kiagna River, Alaska: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Kiagna River, Alaska Local climate location: NORTHWAY FAA AP 79 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy 38 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...   All Alaska Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Alaska. Books about whitewater paddling on Kiagna River, Alaska List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Kiagna 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 Kiagna River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Kiagna River.   Whitewater Near Kiagna River: Chitistone River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 9 miles long (Glacier Creek to Nizina River) Tana River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 26 miles away, Class IV - 36 miles long (Gravel Bar to Chitina River) Nizina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 29 miles away, Class II+ - 35 miles long (Nizina Glacier to Kennicott River)   Hotels Near Kiagna River: McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnsons Hotel, Mccarthy , 38 miles away