Kennicott River Raft & Glacier Lake Adventure
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Our Half-Day Glacier Lake & Kennicott River Raft trip is your chance to fully immerse yourself in one of Alaska’s most unique and exhilarating experiences. The adventure begins at the edge of the magnificent Kennicott Glacier, where the 25 mile long glacier has retreated to reveal a stunning glacier lake that feels like a world all its own. As you paddle through a labyrinth of icebergs and glacial channels, you’ll feel the crisp air and hear the subtle crackle of ice shifting around you. This ever-changing landscape offers a front-row seat to the dynamic forces of nature at work.
Rafting in McCarthy: Thrilling Class II-III Rapids on the Kennicott River
Our first-in-McCarthy drysuit outfitting lets you, if you’re brave, leap into the icy water from the top of an iceberg, an unforgettable plunge into Alaska’s wild beauty. But the adventure doesn’t stop there! After exploring the serene glacier lake, your guide will steer you onto the Kennicott River for an exhilarating ride through Class II-III rapids. Whether you’re paddling hard with your group, take the oar-assist option, or sitting back to soak in the scenery from a guide powered oar only setup, you’ll experience the thrill of the river’s splashy waves as you & your guide expertly navigate the waters.
This is the only raft trip in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park that outfits you with a drysuit and paddle for the ultimate adventure. Every boat is privately booked, offering you the freedom to choose your level of participation and customize your day to your group’s style. Whether you’re seeking high-energy excitement or a relaxed float with unbeatable glacier views, this journey promises an unforgettable taste of Alaska’s magnificent wildness. Join us for an epic adventure and dive into an Alaskan adventure you’ll never forget!
Book now and experience the best rafting in McCarthy!
Difficulty Level: Moderate
The Kennicott Glacier Lake & River Raft is a moderate trip for those adventurers looking to journey a little further into the Alaskan Bush. This river trip is moderate because you will be paddling and actively participating. You must reserve in advance if your group prefers a Center Rig Oar Boat (your guide rows from the center of the boat and do most of the work. You can paddle or hold on and enjoy the ride!),
- Private Reservations by Boat
- Trips Available from the last weekend in May through the first weekend in September
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- 1 Guest: 1 Guide / $450 per person
- 2 Guests: 1 Guide / $225 per person
- 3 Guests: 1 Guide / $185 per person
- 4 Guests: 1 Guide / $165 per person
- 5 Guests: 1 Guide / $145 per person
- 6+ Guests: 1 Guide / $125 per person
Kennicott Glacier Lake & Kennicott River – 4 Hour Total Tour length
The only private rafting experience in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park that offers you both the serene beauty of a glacier lake and the thrill of Class III whitewater rapids—fully outfitted in a drysuit for a plunge into adventure. Whether you want to paddle or relax as your guide navigates the river, this customizable, immersive trip ensures an unforgettable Alaskan wilderness journey tailored just for you.
- Float beside the towering face of a 25-mile-long glacier, where ice meets water in a breathtaking dance of nature.
- Take the ultimate cold plunge from an iceberg into the ice cold glacier-fed waters—an exhilarating thrill like no other!
- Learn expert paddle techniques from seasoned guides as you navigate through Alaskan wilderness.
- Ride the best rapids on the Kennicott River, with each wave bringing excitement and adventure.
- Discover the hidden wonders of glacial lake ecology, where nature constantly reshapes the landscape.
- Immerse yourself in local history and nature, with fascinating stories and insights into the Kennicott Valley’s past.
- Suit up in our drysuits and conquer Class III whitewater—soak up every heart-pounding splash in total comfort.
- Drysuit
- Floatation device
- Paddle
- Expert guide
- Helmet
- River shoes
- Warm base layers
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Warm socks
- Sunscreen
- Snacks/sack lunch
- Gratuity for your guide (10-20% of the trip cost is recommended)
This trip is eligible for an Oar Boat Upgrade – Your guide does all the work, you sit back and enjoy the ride. Groups with children 10 & under must go on an oar guided boat. Reserve in advance.
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Departure Time
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Included
DrysuitExpert GuideFloatation DeviceHelmetPaddleRiver Shoes
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15 minutes prior to trip time - meet up at shop for waivers and trip prep
9am OR 2pm - Suit up
- Drysuit care and wear instruction
- PFD and helmet fitting
- Hike to the lake
9:30/45 OR 2:30/45 Lake tour
- Short walk from our office to lake
- Safety equipment check & flat water boating safety talk
- Explore the glacier face
- Jump into an ice cold glacier lake in a drysuit
10:45 OR 3:45 -Get ready for the river
- Swiftwater Safety talk
- Safety Equipment check
- PFD tightening
- Helmet Buckle
- Drysuit Zippers
11am or 4pm
- Launch onto the river
- Float out of the lake into classIII whitewater
- Run rapids with names like “land of the giants” “El Diablo” “Ah Shoot” and “Clown Car”
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David R.
Excellent Trip. Highly Recommend. Our guide was great. A lot of fun even for our group of 3 70-year-old men. It was quite a fun adventure to get really wet with a drysuit on!
Paula R.
We had a most awesome trip! The guides were amazingly awesome to our two young boys, 9 and 12. They rolled with all the punches they gave them and accommodated their joy of exploration. Really, I’m not kidding, they were awesome!
Jimmy H.
This place was amazing! We did a four hour tour, a little bit out on the peaceful lake to look at the glacier and then went on the rapids! Our tour guide was absolutely amazing! She was so much fun and very knowledgeable about information on Alaska!
Ariel A.
Our guide was wonderful!!!! Very knowledgeable and lots of fun.