Explore the Talkeetna River on a natural history float trip. Learn about the flora, fauna, and history of the area and look for wildlife such as bears, eagles, fish, beavers, moose, and fox.
EXPERIENCE:
Embark on a 2-hour narrated Talkeetna River Natural History Float Trip and see the scale and beauty of Denali and the Alaska Range. Explore the lower end of the famous Talkeetna River, steeped in history and the Alaskan pioneering spirit.
Meet at the office located on 13529 Main Street in downtown Talkeetna where a shuttle will take you to the Talkeetna River. At the rivers edge, participate in a brief safety lecture before launching and floating down six to eight miles of pristine river.
The Talkeetna River is a glacier-fed waterway teeming with salmon and other wildlife. Guides are versed in describing the flora, fauna, and scenery along the way. Look for bears, eagles, fish, beavers, moose, fox, and waterfowl during this float.
Stop to visit two active Bald Eagles nests, see beaver dams, look for bear tracks, and float past an old miners cabin before joining the mighty Susitna River for the loop back to Talkeetna. On the Susitna River, take in a stunning view of Denali (weather permitting) and the entire Alaska Range.
On clear days, the view is amazing. There will be plenty of opportunities to take photos. For a small additional fee, a photographer is available to take pictures of you, the raft, and your guide with a stunning backdrop of Denali.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Discover the beauty of the Talkeetna River on a natural history float trip
Learn about the flora, fauna, and history of the area from your guide
Look for wildlife such as bears, eagles, fish, beavers, moose, and fox
Stop to visit two active Bald Eagles nests and see beaver dams
Enjoy a stunning view of Mt. McKinley and the entire Alaska Range
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