Alaska · Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Talkeetna River
Matanuska-Susitna Borough · 95 mi · Class II–IV
Optimal: 800–4500 CFS · USGS #15292400
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Loading…Avg flow: 2,500 cfsHist. median: 2,250 cfsUSGS #15292400
BLM Talkeetna River Special Recreation Management Area
A 95-mile glacial river flowing from the Talkeetna Mountains to its confluence with the Susitna River at the village of Talkeetna — the gateway to Denali. The Talkeetna delivers Class II–IV whitewater on multi-day float trips through one of the most spectacular wilderness corridors in southcentral Alaska, with views of Denali and the surrounding Alaska Range. Salmon, grayling, and char fishing in the lower river, with king salmon entering from the Susitna in late June and silver salmon in August.
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Multi-day float trips from the headwaters to Talkeetna village
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