Willow Creek Rafting Matanuska Susitna county, Alaska whitewater outfitter     The scenic beauty of Matanuska Susitna Borough and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. The put-in location is a short drive from Anchorage. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that many runs in this state are not easy. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're     willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with not too many other rivers for that. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: Nancy Lake State Recreation Area is a scenic place any time of year; Denali National Park & Preserve is a splendid site nearby. The annual rain here at Willow Creek Rafting is about average. August is the month that gets the most rain, and January is when it's the   driest. For the period of the summertime, highs frequently are in the 60's at Willow Creek Rafting. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures drop down into the 40's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 10's; overnight lows in the 0's for Willow Creek Rafting.     Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Willow Creek Rafting.   Whitewater Near Willow Creek Rafting: Whitewater Outfitter - Denali View B & B, Matanuska Susitna Borough, 15 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Willow Creek, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, 18 miles away       Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Guardrail to Shirleytown) Willow Creek, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, 28 miles away       Class V+ - 6.75 miles long (Close to Hatcher Pass to lower Willow Creek) Whitewater Outfitter - Alaska Downstream, Anchorage Borough, 28 miles away       Whitewater outfitter   Ski Areas Near Willow Creek Rafting: Hilltop, Alaska , 35 miles away, 294 foot drop, 3 lifts, 10 runs Alpenglow At Arctic Valley, Alaska , 36 miles away, 1400 foot drop, 4 lifts, 25 runs Alyeska, Alaska , 73 miles away, 2500 foot drop, 9 lifts, 68 runs   Marinas Near Willow Creek Rafting: South Port Marina, Big Lake , 17 miles away   Hotels Near Willow Creek Rafting: Meandering Moose Lodging, Talkeetna , 12 miles away Copper Whale Inn, Anchorage , 27 miles away Clarion Suites Downtown, Anchorage , 27 miles away The Voyager Inn, Anchorage , 27 miles away Fireweed Manor Bed And Breakfa, Anchorage , 27 miles away   Campgrounds Near Willow Creek Rafting: Mat-Su Valley RV Park and Campground, Willow, 2 miles away Willow Creek Resort, Willow, 7 miles away Ron's Riverboat Service RV Park, Willow, 7 miles away   Public Lands Near Willow Creek Rafting: Denali National Park & Preserve, Denali Park - AK , 13 miles away Katmai National Park & Preserve, King Salmon - AK , 30 miles away Nancy Lake State Recreation Area, Alaska , 10 miles away Denali State Park, Alaska , 25 miles away