Canyon Run:  This river trip begins at the entrance to Denali National Park and journeys 11 river miles to Healy, Alaska. During this 2 Hour whitewater adventure expect to encounter over 10 major Class III to IV rapids in the Nenana River Canyon! The Denali National Park frontier will be the setting on your river left shore with Mt. Healy rising over 3,000 feet to the summit. Exciting wave-trains and powerful hydraulics will create rapids like "Razorback," "Iceworm," "Cable Car," "Royal Flush," and “Coffee Grinder!” No experience is required; ages 10 and up are welcome. Choose an Oar Raft and hold on or a Paddle Raft (minimum age is 14) for extra hands-on excitement.

Check-In Times:

RIVERSIDE OFFICE: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM & 6:30 PM
( *Plan to join us for 3 to 3 1/2 hours)

Cost: Oar-boat $73.00 / $53 Ages 10-13 )
Paddle Raft  $73.00 (minimum age is 14)

Take the hostel shuttle to the Wilderness Access Center and we will pick you up there.

Scenic Wilderness: Although this trip will begin at McKinley Village in the midst of local lodges, your river raft will drift slowly away and leave only a quiet encounter with Denali’s wilderness. Imagine yourself floating in solitude along the boundaries of Denali National Park, Alaska on this 2 Hour oar raft trip! Enjoy the Alaskan splendor as we view the Yanert Fork River merging with the waters of the Nenana River below the Musher's Monument, a natural rock formation distinctly resembling a musher driving a sled and team of dogs. While passing by Mount Fellows and Pyramid Mountain, watch for a variety of wildlife and enjoy class II and mild class III whitewater rapids. Families with small children and those wanting a bit less splash will discover the joys of rafting.

Check-In Times:

RIVERSIDE OFFICE : 8:00 AM & 12:00PM & 6:30PM
( *Plan to join us for 3 to 3 1/2 hours)

Trip Cost: Oar Raft $73.00/ Adult
              $37.00 / Child (ages 5-13)

Take the hostel shuttle to the Wilderness Access Center. We will pick you up and drop you off there.

Nenana Half-Day: This 4 Hour excursion combines the mild Scenic Wilderness stretch and the rapids of the Canyon Run. Enjoy Alaska's scenic beauty and hit over 10 major rapids for a complete morning or afternoon of river running. Oar Raft or Paddle Raft available. 

Check-In Times:

RIVERSIDE OFFICE: 8:00 AM & 12:00 Noon

Trip Cost: Oar Raft $98 / $73 ages 10-13
Paddle Raft $98.00 (minimum age is 14)

Cancellations: In the regrettable event the tour provider cancels, you will receive a full refund.  They reserve the right to alter trip itineraries due to weather conditions, high water levels and other safety considerations. 48 hour advance notice is required by our guests to receive a full refund for their cancellation. A 50% deposit will be non-refundable with less than 48 hours notice. Additionally, Mountain Morning charges $5 or 5%, whichever is greater, on all cancellations.

Drysuits: Not a wetsuit! We provide every whitewater guest with the comfort and confidence of state-of-the-art river apparel with Kokatat and OS System drysuits! Glacial waters are unforgiving but with the proper outfitting offered by this provider, you can make a splash and have fun in the water. Our prices are competitive but our suits are priceless - we think you are worth it!