Tlikakila River
Originating at the foot of glaciers in a mountain pass, the Tlikakila is a braided glacial river located entirely within Lake Clark National Park. The Tlikakila River originates in the Chigmit Mountains (a sub-range of the Alaska and Aleutian Ranges) near Summit Lake of Lake Clark Pass and flows southwest approximately 50 miles into Lake Clark. This small but fast glacier-fed river follows the deep narrow valley of a major earth fault, surrounded by rugged snow-capped peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, and sheer rock cliffs. The river drops through a densely forested valley with thick underbrush the
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.