Alatna River
The Alatna River flows from the Endicott Mountains 145 miles southeast to the Koyukuk River. The main stem of the river is within Gates of the Artic National Park and Preserve (measuring 83 miles) and was designated a wild river in 1980 by the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA). The Alatna River flows from lakes high on the Artic Divide and drains the central Brooks Range. The first twenty-five miles from the headwater lakes are rocky and can be very shallow and during low water, a portage of several miles from the Summit Lake may be required and lining boa
River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.