Alaska whitewater - Wortmann's Creek, Chugach Mountains, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough Valdez-Cordova Census Area county, Upper River to Lowe River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     6 miles   The average Alaska whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, 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 Alaska and the cool fresh water have people coming here. This is the only paddling section along Wortmann's Creek. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. A bit of exercise and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. This stretch of Wortmann's Creek in Alaska is 6 miles long and is rated     by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. Whitewater paddling here in the Chugach Mountains is a great experience. This is a pretty decent length section, you can easily run it on an afternoon. 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: Wortmann's Creek gets a great deal of water; September is the wettest month with most rain while June is mostly the driest month. For the duration of the days of summer at Wortmann's Creek temperatures are commonly in the 60's. Once the sun is down it drops down to the 40's. During the wintertime highs are typically in the 20's; winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Wortmann's Creek. Heiden Canyon is next to Wortmann's Creek and is a delightful place.   Wortmann's Creek, Upper River to Lowe River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 6 miles Average Gradient: 100 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.02529 Longitude: -145.7484 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 61.10166 Longitude: -145.80889 Paddler input for Wortmann's Creek, Alaska: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Wortmann's Creek, Chugach Mountains, Alaska Local climate location: VALDEZ WSO 29 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez 39 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 40 miles away Stay at this Valdez hotel and enjoy friendly service and a host of convenient amenities while traveling in Alaska. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Wortmann's Creek.   Whitewater Near Wortmann's Creek: Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 2 miles away, Class V - 7.5 miles long (Heiden Canyon) Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 8 miles away, Class III - 5 miles long (Keystone Canyon) Tsina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 9 miles away, Class III+ - 12 miles long (Tsina Glacier to Tsina Lodge on Richardson Highway) Browns Creek, Near Valdez Borough , 10 miles away, Class III - 1.5 miles long (Browns Creek Canyon) Tonsina River, Near Copper Center Borough , 18 miles away, Class V+ - 41 miles long (Tonsina Glacier to Tonsina Lake) Power Creek, Valdez-Cordova Borough , 20 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.5 miles long (Feeding Eyak Lake Close to Cordova) Lowe River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 20 miles away, Class II - 13 miles long (Below Keystone Canyon) Tsina River, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 22 miles away, Class V - 7.2 miles long (Tsina Roadhouse on Richardson Highway to Richardson Highway below Tsina Canyon) Valdez Glacier Stream, Valdez-Cordova Census Area Borough , 29 miles away, Class II - 3 miles long (Valdez Glacier to Richardson Highway)   Hotels Near Wortmann's Creek: Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 39 miles away Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez , 40 miles away Mountain Sky Hotel & Suites, Valdez , 40 miles away Totem Inn, Valdez , 40 miles away   National Parks Near Wortmann's Creek: Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve, Copper Center - AK , 40 miles away