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

Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Nadina Glacier to Copper River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V+     18 miles
  The scenic beauty of Alaska and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. There are no other sections to paddle along Nadina River than the Nadina Glacier to Copper River section. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Alaska are often tougher than in other states, so if you're
    not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so pack your sleeping bag. The Nadina Glacier to Copper River section of Nadina River in Alaska is 18 miles long and it is classified as a
class V+ section by American Whitewater. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here.

Briefly about the general area:
For the duration of the summer, highs mostly are in the 60's at Nadina River, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. Daytime highs all through the winter are in the 0's with temperatures at Nadina River dipping down into the-20's through winter nights. Nadina River is pretty arid usually; the month with most of the rain is July while April is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
 

Nadina River, Nadina Glacier to Copper River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V+
Length: 18 miles
Average Gradient: 144 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 62.00849
Longitude: -144.8116

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 61.85194
Longitude: -145.14

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Current weather conditions at Nadina River, Alaska
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Local climate location: TONSINA 19 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge, Copper Center
8 miles away
Featuring spectacular mountain views and breathtaking scenery of the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge is situated on 200 acres at the junction of the Klutin...





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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Nadina River.
 Whitewater Near Nadina River:
Copper River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 5 miles away, Class II - 77 miles long (Gulkana River to Chitina River)
Tonsina River, Near Copper Center Borough , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Richardson Highway crossing to Lower Tonsina)
Sanford River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 15 miles away, Class II - 35 miles long (Upper gravel bar to Copper River)
Dadina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 16 miles away, Class III-IV(V+) - 30 miles long (Bush strip to Copper River)
Tiekel River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 23 miles away, Class V+ - 16 miles long (Stuart Creek at Richardson Highway to Copper River)
Tiekel River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 24 miles away, Class II - 19 miles long (Richardson Highway to right above Canyon)
Chetaslina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 25 miles away, Class V+ - 18 miles long (Chichokna River to Copper River)
Copper River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 27 miles away, Class II - 125 miles long (Copper Glacier to Gulkana River)
 Hotels Near Nadina River:
Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge, Copper Center , 8 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Nadina River:
Kenny Lake Mercantile and RV Park, Copper Center, 8 miles away
Klutina River Fishcamp Svc, Copper Center, 9 miles away
Squirrel Creek Campground, Valdez-Cordova County, 16 miles away
 National Parks Near Nadina River:
Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve, Copper Center - AK , 28 miles away

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