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Put-in AK

Put In

Nizina - 2. Kennicott River to Chitna River · AK

American Whitewater 61.3766, -143.0011

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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
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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

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.

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