Combine class III whitewater with glaciers, waterfalls and so much more on a Nizina River Alaska Expedition .

The Nizina River is one of Wrangell St. Elias National Parks river gems.  Combining fun & challenging whitewater, giant icebergs floating in a glacial lake, “mile high” limestone cliffs and an extraordinary number of waterfalls, the this river expedition will please any adventurer in your crew.

 The Nizina river is a natural paradise.

The trip begins with a bush plane flight from McCarthy & drop off at Nizina & the terminus of the mighty Nizina Glacier.  Spending the first day of the trip at Nizina lake allows for exploration of this recently glaciating area.  Miles of wide open country makes this the ideal trip for hiking exploration off the river.  Our river journey begins by negotiating icebergs in the lake, winding our way to the mouth of the Nizina River. Unrivaled beauty surrounds us as the river tumbles downstream. Class II and III whitewater make this a ‘must do’ Alaska river adventure.

Trip Highlights

• Scenic Bush Plane Flight from McCarthy to Nizina Lake.
• Float past the Mile High Cliffs & the beautiful Chitistone Gorge.
• Float under the historic skeleton of the Nizina River Bridge that once connected the towns of McCarthy and May Creek. Before the rivers ever shifting coarse washed the bridge out for good, it intimately connected the small towns of the Wrangell Mountains.
• Five Mile Gorge and the Nizina River Canyon.
• Views of the mighty peaks of the Wrangell & St. Elias Mountains
• Back-country Gourmet Meals
• Experience floating through a living painting!

Trip Options

Choose a four day expedition with a bush plane fly out at the confluence with the Chitina River or float 6 days and continue downstream on the Chitina River to the historic town of Chitina, Alaska. For sheer beauty and grandeur, this river is a must float!

Nizina River Photo Gallery