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Put-in AK

Put In

Nizina - 2. Kennicott River to Chitna River (AK)

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Gauge Conditions
WF Kennicott River at McCarthy AK Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid marks the starting point for the Nizina River descent, offering boaters an immediate immersion into the challenging glacial water environment. The entry point features scattered boulder gardens and potential shallow sections that demand precise navigation and route-finding skills. Paddlers should assess water levels carefully and be prepared for swift current and potential submerged obstacles typical of Alaska's braided glacial river systems.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
10.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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2. Kennicott River to Chitna River
Nizina
II-III 10.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater