Float Trip: Clearwater River

Experience Alaska by floating down the Delta Clearwater River, the largest spring-fed tributary of the Tanana. This crystal clear river is 20 miles long and flows into the Tanana River 20 miles upstream of the Richardson Highway Bridge. 

Floating Trip: Clearwater River

• July 15 - Register by July 13
• July 29 - Register by July 27
• Meeting Time: 9:30 a.m.
• Location: Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 627
• Limited to: Minimum 4 people. Maximum 8 people.
• The trips are weather dependent.

Additional details:

• Outdoor Recreation will transport kayaks and supplies to and from the event location.
• Please bring water and snacks as this is an all-day event.

Float Trip Gear Checklist

• Your packing list will vary by time of year, location, and trip purpose. But regardless, you’ll want to bring:
• Flotation devices (lifejackets) - Provided by Outdoor Recreation
• First-aid kid adequate for multi-day trip and limited accessibility
• Enough layers to stay warm and dry on the boat and in camp.
• Non-cotton layers (polypropylene or similar) and fleece. Wind off the cold water can bring down the temperature 10-15 degrees.
• Sunscreen
• Bug spray/headnet
• Dry suit or wet suit for cold whitewater rivers (it can save you if you flip)