Alaska whitewater, Copper River Lake and Peninsula county, Lower or Upper Copper Lake to Lower Pike Lake or Intricate Bay section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV     18 miles   The Lower or Upper Copper Lake to Lower Pike Lake or Intricate Bay stretch of Copper River in Alaska is 18 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV section of whitewater. The nature scenery of Alaska and the water flowing gracefully down Copper River make the trip here worthwhile. 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. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other places. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The Lower or Upper Copper Lake to Lower Pike Lake or Intricate Bay stretch is one of a few paddling   stretches in this river system. The Aleutian Range scenery is wonderful. Briefly about the general area: An average amount of rain falls at Copper River. All through the month of September you get the most rain around here, and June is when it's the driest. At Copper River throughout the summer months highs are in the 60's. Throughout the moonlight hours it's typically in the 40's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 20's; during the dark hours in the winter at Copper River temperatures dip to the 0's. Copper River, Lower or Upper Copper Lake to Lower Pike Lake or Intricate Bay road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Copper River.   Whitewater Near Copper River: Copper River, Lake and Peninsula Borough, 12 miles away       Class III-IV - 18 miles long (Lower or Upper Copper Lake to Lower Pike Lake or Intricate Bay)   Campgrounds Near Copper River: Rainbow Bay Resort, Pedro Bay, 19 miles away