Gauge Conditions

Gilahina River at McCarthy Road near Chitina AK Upstream Primary

Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate reading: This gauge is 0.1 miles away on Gilahina. Use as a general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

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Description

Data provided by Jack Hession and Andy Embick, local experts; 4500 Riverton, Anchorage, AK 99516 After reaching the Chitina, Embick recommends paddling 27 miles to the Copper confluence.

Difficulty

Class III

Length

7.5 mi

Gradient

120 ft/mi

max 133

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Access Points

Difficulty Classes

I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

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