Alaska · Unknown Co.

Fortymile River

Wild & Scenic
· 39 mi · Class
Optimal: 1450–4400 CFS · USGS #15348000
CFS
99.84 ft gauge height
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Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 2,922 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #15348000
National Wild & Scenic River · Bureau of Land Management

There are several major rapids, and numerous small rapids, contributing to an enjoyable, and sometimes challenging, canoe or raft trip. The steep, bare outcrops of rock flanking the river are noteworthy - a shining, glacier-like exposure of white marble downstream from the confluence of the North and South Forks, and colorful banded strata near Long Bar and O'Brien Creek, are favorites for photographers. <p></p>Access is good at the Fortymile Bridge with additional access at Clinton Creek in the Yukon Territory, Canada. A popular trip is to continue through Canada to the Yukon River, and on to

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