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Portage AK Class V+

Turnback Canyon--Beginning

American Whitewater 59.8142, -137.9472

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No live gauge linked. This feature record has no verified USGS or CDEC source for current flow. Use the parent run and local sources before making a trip decision.
Photo
Turnback Canyon--Beginning
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description

The infamous! You don't have to run it if you don't feel up to it.

Location
Type
Portage
Difficulty
Class V+
Mile Marker
92.3 mi
Directions
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Haines Junction to Dry Bay
Alsek
III+(V+) 170.0 mi
Portage recommended — Scout before running and consider carrying around this feature.
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater