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Put-in AK

Put In

Chakina - Gravel bar to Chitina River (AK)

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Gauge Conditions
WF Kennicott River at McCarthy AK Downstream 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 Chakina River descent, featuring a straightforward entry with potential shallow gravel bar hazards. Paddlers should carefully scout the initial section for submerged rocks and shifting water levels typical of Alaskan glacial rivers. While not technically complex, careful route selection and awareness of potential channel changes are critical for a safe launch.
Location

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Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
20.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Gravel bar to Chitina River
Chakina
V 20.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater