Alaska whitewater - Mineral Creek, Chugach Mountains, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough

Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Upper Canyon to coast section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     5.5 miles
  The wonderful Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The Upper Canyon to coast section of Mineral Creek in Alaska is 5.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II+ section of whitewater. This is a pretty decent length section, good for a
    one day paddling trip. There's camping available near Mineral Creek. Whitewater paddling here in the Chugach Mountains is a great experience. No shortage of good hotels, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. No matter if you're whitewater rafting
or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling spots. There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the Upper Canyon to coast section is one of them. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came.

Briefly about the general area:
High temperatures at Mineral Creek through the summertime months are in the 60's, and the night is a little cooler of course, generally in the 40's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 20's, and after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures
 
at Mineral Creek fall into the 10's. All the water falling down from the sky makes Mineral Creek a wet place; the month of September is the wettest with most of the rain while June is the month with the least amount of precipitation.

Mineral Creek, Upper Canyon to coast road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 5.5 miles
Average Gradient: 56 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 61.2177
Longitude: -146.3181

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 61.14199
Longitude: -146.3597

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Current weather conditions at Mineral Creek, Chugach Mountains, Alaska
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Local climate location: VALDEZ WSO 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez
2 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
2 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 ...

Totem Inn, Valdez
2 miles away
We are pleased you have chosen Valdez as a destination. Now take the next step and consider the Totem Inn as your home away from home. We have accommodations to fit every lifestyle , the choice is y...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Mineral Creek.
 Whitewater Near Mineral Creek:
Mineral Creek, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 2 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Mineral Creek Road to Lower Canyon)
Valdez Glacier Stream, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 10 miles away, Class II - 3 miles long (Valdez Glacier to Richardson Highway)
Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 19 miles away, Class II - 13 miles long (Below Keystone Canyon)
Browns Creek, Near Valdez Borough , 29 miles away, Class III - 1.5 miles long (Browns Creek Canyon)
 Ski Areas Near Mineral Creek:
Mt Aurora Skiland, Alaska , 150 miles away, 1057 vertical feet
Moose Mountain, Alaska , 170 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
Alyeska, Alaska , 192 miles away, 2500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Mineral Creek:
Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 2 miles away
Glacier Sound Inn, Valdez , 2 miles away
Totem Inn, Valdez , 2 miles away
Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 2 miles away
Mountain Sky Hotel & Suites, Valdez , 2 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Mineral Creek:
Eagle's Rest RV Park, Valdez, 2 miles away
Allison Point Campground, Valdez, 2 miles away
Glacier Campground, Valdez, 2 miles away

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