Alaska whitewater - Valdez Glacier Stream, Chugach Mountains, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Valdez Glacier to Richardson Highway section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     3 miles   The average Alaska whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The Valdez Glacier to Richardson Highway section of Valdez Glacier Stream in Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough is 3 miles long and it is classified as a class II section by American Whitewater. There are no other stretches to paddle along Valdez Glacier Stream than the Valdez Glacier to Richardson Highway stretch. For all you camping people there are     campgrounds nearby. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling rivers. This is a bit of a short stretch so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. The beauty of the Chugach Mountains is a great plus for this river. The nature scenery of Alaska and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Briefly about the general area: For the period of the summer, highs regularly are in the 60's at Valdez Glacier Stream. Summer overnight lows fall down to the 40's. For the duration of the winter highs are   in the 20's while Valdez Glacier Stream night low temperatures throughout the winter are in the 10's. Valdez Glacier Stream gets a large amount of water; the wettest month of the year is commonly September, that's the one that rains the most while June is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Valdez Glacier Stream, Valdez Glacier to Richardson Highway road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 3 miles Average Gradient: 60 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.14879 Longitude: -146.1697 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.11 Longitude: -146.23411 Paddler input for Valdez Glacier Stream, Alaska: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Valdez Glacier Stream, Chugach Mountains, Alaska Local climate location: VALDEZ WSO 1 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez 10 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... Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez 10 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... Totem Inn, Valdez 10 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...   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 Valdez Glacier Stream, Alaska List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Valdez Glacier Stream, 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 Valdez Glacier Stream. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Valdez Glacier Stream.   Whitewater Near Valdez Glacier Stream: Mineral Creek, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 9 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Mineral Creek Road to Lower Canyon) Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 9 miles away, Class II - 13 miles long (Below Keystone Canyon) Mineral Creek, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 10 miles away, Class II+ - 5.5 miles long (Upper Canyon to coast) Browns Creek, Near Valdez Borough , 20 miles away, Class III - 1.5 miles long (Browns Creek Canyon) Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 22 miles away, Class III - 5 miles long (Keystone Canyon) Wortmann's Creek, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 29 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Upper River to Lowe River)   Ski Areas Near Valdez Glacier Stream: Mt Aurora Skiland, Alaska , 157 miles away, 1057 vertical feet Moose Mountain, Alaska , 177 miles away, 1300 vertical feet   Hotels Near Valdez Glacier Stream: Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 10 miles away Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 10 miles away Totem Inn, Valdez , 10 miles away Mountain Sky Hotel & Suites, Valdez , 10 miles away Glacier Sound Inn, Valdez , 10 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Valdez Glacier Stream: Bayside Rv Park, Valdez, 2 miles away Valdez Mobile Home and RV Park, Valdez, 2 miles away Sea Otter RV Park, Valdez, 10 miles away   National Parks Near Valdez Glacier Stream: Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve, Copper Center - AK , 63 miles away