Alaska whitewater - Klutina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough

Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Klutina Lake to Richardson Highway Bridge at Copper Center section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     28 miles
  This stretch of Klutina River in Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough is 28 miles long and it is classified as a class III section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. The nearby hotels are
    a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. The nature scenery of Alaska and the sparkling of the sunlight
on the water beats anything. The Klutina Lake to Richardson Highway Bridge at Copper Center section is the only paddling section along Klutina River.

Briefly about the general area:
Klutina River is a location that is relatively dry regularly; July is the month that gets the most rain, and April is the month with the least moisture.
No need to travel far to pop by out of the ordinary stuff like Cooks Bend, and magnificent hiking is available along the Klutina Lake Trail. During the months of summer at Klutina River temperatures are commonly
 
in the 70's while nighttime lows are typically in the 40's. All through the wintertime highs are usually in the 0's, and night lows at Klutina River all through the wintertime mostly sink into the-20's.

Klutina River, Klutina Lake to Richardson Highway Bridge at Copper Center road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 28 miles
Average Gradient: 25 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 61.75059
Longitude: -145.7148

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 61.95209
Longitude: -145.3046

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Current weather conditions at Klutina River, Alaska
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Local climate location: GLENNALLEN 14 miles away


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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Klutina River.
 Whitewater Near Klutina River:
Tonsina River, Near Copper Center Borough , 15 miles away, Class V+ - 41 miles long (Tonsina Glacier to Tonsina Lake)
Tsina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 21 miles away, Class V - 7.2 miles long (Tsina Roadhouse on Richardson Highway to Richardson Highway below Tsina Canyon)
Tazlina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 22 miles away, Class II+(III) - 45 miles long (Tazlina Lake to Copper River)
Tsina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 23 miles away, Class III+ - 12 miles long (Tsina Glacier to Tsina Lodge on Richardson Highway)
Tsina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 25 miles away, Class III+ - 1.5 miles long (Richardson Highway to above Stuart Creek)
Tiekel River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 27 miles away, Class II - 19 miles long (Richardson Highway to right above Canyon)
Gulkana River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 28 miles away, Class II-III - 81 miles long (Paxson Lake to Sourdough Campground)
Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 30 miles away, Class V - 7.5 miles long (Heiden Canyon)
 Ski Areas Near Klutina River:
Mt Aurora Skiland, Alaska , 170 miles away, 1057 vertical feet
Moose Mountain, Alaska , 199 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
 Camp Grounds Near Klutina River:
Moose Horn RV Park, Glennallen, 9 miles away
Northern Nights Campground, Glennallen, 12 miles away
Tolsona wilderness Campground, Glennallen, 12 miles away
 Trails Near Klutina River:
Klutina Lake Trail, Valdez-Cordova Borough , 3 miles away
 National Parks Near Klutina River:
Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve, Copper Center - AK , 9 miles away

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