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

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

 

CLASS II+(III)     45 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Alaska tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The beautiful scenery of Alaska and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so it looks like you will be camping out. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are not so many other good spots for that around here. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby
    campground. This is the only paddling section along Tazlina River. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. 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.

Briefly about the general area:
High temperatures at Tazlina River through the warmest time of the year are in the 70's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. The winter comes with highs in the 0's while Tazlina River overnight low temperatures through the winter are in the-20's. It is very waterless here at Tazlina River commonly; the wettest month of the year is usually July, that's the one that rains the most while April is mostly the driest month.
On a great day at Tazlina River you can take a hike along the Klutina Lake Trail.
 

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

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+(III)
Length: 45 miles
Average Gradient: 15 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 62.0063
Longitude: -146.25161

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 62.0386
Longitude: -145.38723

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Current weather conditions at Tazlina River, Alaska
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Local climate location: GLENNALLEN 34 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez
47 miles away
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Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez
47 miles away
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Totem Inn, Valdez
47 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Tazlina River.
 Whitewater Near Tazlina River:
Klutina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 22 miles away, Class III - 28 miles long (Klutina Lake to Richardson Highway Bridge at Copper Center)
Tonsina River, Near Copper Center Borough , 26 miles away, Class V+ - 41 miles long (Tonsina Glacier to Tonsina Lake)
Tsina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 27 miles away, Class III+ - 12 miles long (Tsina Glacier to Tsina Lodge on Richardson Highway)
 Ski Areas Near Tazlina River:
Mt Aurora Skiland, Alaska , 150 miles away, 1057 vertical feet
Moose Mountain, Alaska , 177 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Tazlina River:
Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 47 miles away
Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 47 miles away
Totem Inn, Valdez , 47 miles away
Glacier Sound Inn, Valdez , 47 miles away
Mountain Sky Hotel & Suites, Valdez , 47 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Tazlina River:
Northern Nights Campground, Glennallen, 13 miles away
Tolsona wilderness Campground, Glennallen, 13 miles away
Moose Horn RV Park, Glennallen, 20 miles away
 Trails Near Tazlina River:
Klutina Lake Trail, Valdez-Cordova Borough , 9 miles away
Klutina Lake Trail, Valdez-Cordova Borough , 20 miles away
 National Parks Near Tazlina River:
Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve, Copper Center - AK , 31 miles away

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