Little Susitna River
About
From Hatcher Pass to Cook Inlet, the Little Susitna runs 110 miles through the Matanuska-Susitna Borough as an ADF&G Recreational Priority Fishery. The Dena'ina Athabascan called this drainage home long before the Burma Road Public Use Area opened in 1985. At 450 CFS average with an optimal range of 300–1500 CFS, the Little Su divides into three distinct sections: the upper 40 miles from Hatcher Pass to Houston flow through remote wilderness, the middle 40 miles from Houston to Burma Landing offer road access for targeting kings and silvers, and the lower 30 miles from Burma to Cook Inlet turn tidal with boat access only. Class I–II water throughout makes this manageable for most paddlers, though the remote upper stretch demands self-sufficiency. USGS gauge 15290000 tracks conditions. Little Susitna River Outfitters operates guided trips for those unfamiliar with Alaska logistics.
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.