Alaska whitewater - Nenana River, Alaska Range, Denali Borough
Denali
county,
Twin Rocks to Healy section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III-IV 9.5 miles
The Twin Rocks to Healy stretch of Nenana River in Denali Borough is 9.5 miles long and is a class III-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. 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 nature scenery of Denali Borough and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Twin Rocks to Healy stretch is just one of many.
This stretch is mid length, it's good length for a morning trip. The Alaska Range scenery is wonderful. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. There are some good hotels near the river, but if you don’t have
reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you won't find many other paddling rivers.
Briefly about the general area: Summertime highs at Nenana River ordinarily tend to be in the 70's while night lows are ordinarily in the 50's. Highs all through the winter are generally in the 0's, and overnight lows at Nenana River throughout the winter ordinarily drop into the-20's. At Nenana River you don’t see much rain;
the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain, and the driest of the months is April. Near Nenana River you hit upon great places like Nenana River Gorge.
3 miles away
The hotel is a full service mini-suite resort and provides quick and easy access to all park activities and local recreation. Superior accommodations in a wilderness setting with modern conveniences a...
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