Alaska whitewater - Mineral Creek, Chugach Mountains, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Mineral Creek Road to Lower Canyon section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     3 miles   This stretch of Mineral Creek in Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough is 3 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class V section. The Chugach Mountains scenery is wonderful. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so better not forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. This river system has a few     good paddling sections and the Mineral Creek Road to Lower Canyon section is one of them. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you won't find many other paddling spots. There are many good hotels to choose from, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This is a short paddling stretch so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. The scenic beauty of Alaska and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water have people coming here. Briefly about the general area: You simply should explore Mineral Creek Glacier since you're here at Mineral Creek. Mineral Creek is a relatively wet place usually with a lot of rainfall; of all the months in a year September is the one with the most rain while June is commonly the driest month. For the period   of the warmest time of the year highs here at Mineral Creek reach the 60's, and through the night it cools down to the 40's. Highs through the wintertime are generally in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Mineral Creek. Mineral Creek, Mineral Creek Road to Lower Canyon road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 3 miles Average Gradient: 117 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.23879 Longitude: -146.3171 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.2177 Longitude: -146.3181 Paddler input for Mineral Creek, Alaska: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Mineral Creek, Chugach Mountains, Alaska Local climate location: VALDEZ WSO 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez 4 miles away Located on the harbor, one block from the Valdez Convention Center and within walking distance to the gift shops. Remodeled 88 unit property with harbor on 3 sides. Fantastic view from restaurant an... Glacier Sound Inn, Valdez 4 miles away Our eager, friendly staff awaits to serve you with decency and respect during your comfortable and enjoyable stay. Our Restaurant is great place to have lunch or dinner with friends or family and our ... Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez 4 miles away Stay at this Valdez hotel and enjoy friendly service and a host of convenient amenities while traveling in Alaska. The Best Western Harbor Inn offers beautiful views of Valdez Harbor and is convenien...   Chugach Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Chugach Mountains. Chugach Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Chugach Mountains. All Alaska Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Alaska. Books about whitewater paddling on Mineral Creek, Alaska List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Mineral Creek, 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 Mineral Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Mineral Creek.   Whitewater Near Mineral Creek: Mineral Creek, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 2 miles away, Class II+ - 5.5 miles long (Upper Canyon to coast) Valdez Glacier Stream, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 9 miles away, Class II - 3 miles long (Valdez Glacier to Richardson Highway) Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 18 miles away, Class II - 13 miles long (Below Keystone Canyon) Browns Creek, Near Valdez Borough , 28 miles away, Class III - 1.5 miles long (Browns Creek Canyon) Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 30 miles away, Class III - 5 miles long (Keystone Canyon)   Ski Areas Near Mineral Creek: Mt Aurora Skiland, Alaska , 150 miles away, 1057 vertical feet Moose Mountain, Alaska , 169 miles away, 1300 vertical feet Alyeska, Alaska , 193 miles away, 2500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Mineral Creek: Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 4 miles away Glacier Sound Inn, Valdez , 4 miles away Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 4 miles away Totem Inn, Valdez , 4 miles away Mountain Sky Hotel & Suites, Valdez , 4 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Mineral Creek: Eagle's Rest RV Park, Valdez, 4 miles away Allison Point Campground, Valdez, 4 miles away Glacier Campground, Valdez, 4 miles away   National Parks Near Mineral Creek: Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve, Copper Center - AK , 69 miles away