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Access Site AK

Ninilchik River

Ninilchik River

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

City: Ninilchik, AK
County: Kenai Peninsula Borough
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 60.05395410, -151.66516660
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About This Access Site
The Ninilchik River boat ramp provides access to this medium-sized river on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula. The Ninilchik River is approximately 30 miles long, with an average elevation drop of 259 feet and a moderate flow rate of 8.24 cubic feet per second. This makes it a suitable waterway for kayakers, canoeists, and small powerboats.

The boat ramp is located within the Ninilchik Beach Campground, which offers 39 campsites suitable for tents and RVs. Amenities include vault toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings. The boat ramp itself is ADA-accessible. Seasonal access is typical for Alaska State Parks, generally open from May through September.

Boaters and paddlers should be aware of the river's moderate current and prepare accordingly. A limited salmon and steelhead fishing season is available on the Ninilchik River during the early summer. Overall, this site offers a convenient launching point to explore the scenic Ninilchik River on Alaska's beautiful Kenai Peninsula.