Talkeetna River, Alaska
| Price |
 What's this? |
| Class of Rapids |
III-IV |
| Trip Miles |
54 miles |
| Trip Duration |
1 to 3 days |
| Season |
June-September |
| Raft Type |
Oar Raft, Paddle Raft |
| River Sections |
Stephan Lake to Susitna River at Talkeetna Village |
| Driving Times |
Fly to put-in by bushplane from Talkeetna (AK) or Valdez (AK) |
| Recommended For |
Wildlife |
The Talkeetna offers the chance to experience the interior of Alaska on a shorter river trip. The Talkeetna starts near Denali National Park, famous for both its wildlife and its eponymous peak, the highest in North America. The Sluice Box is the whitewater highlight of this trip—a riotous 14 miles of Class III to IV whitewater through a narrow slot canyon. Four species of salmon spawn in this river, so no trip on this river is complete without a grilled salmon dinner.
* Trip price reflects the average cost per day for a guided rafting adventure on a given river (
= $50-$100/day;
= $100-$250/day;
= $250 or more/day) and accounts for half-day, full-day, or multiday rafting excursions. Lodging, dining, and transportation costs (airfare, car rental/shuttle, equipment rentals, etc.) have not been factored into account. Please note that the trip price classification is intended to be an approximate guideline, as the range of prices on a given river can vary based on amenities, services, and customized add-ons offered through individual outfitters.
