Denali National Park Packrafting Trips
If you’re an experienced packrafter seeking exhilarating new routes, you’ll find them in the Denali area, and our curated list of recommended packrafting routes will challenge and captivate you. And if you’re new to packrafting or prefer to join a guided tour, Traverse Alaska offers expert guidance and unforgettable experiences for packrafters of all levels.
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Packrafting Trips
Feel the thrill of crushing through whitewater on the Nenana River just outside the iconic Denali National Park. Do it with New Wave Adventures and you’ll have your choice of rafting trips — you can even decide whether to paddle or just take in the beautiful scenery — as well as other exciting options like hiking and packrafting, all great options for family fun.
Experience the backcountry of Denali National Park in a way few others do. You’ll board a bus from the Visitor Center and disembark just before Sable Pass and then immerse yourself in the wild Alaska landscape. Recommended for intermediate backpackers and beginner packrafters.
Overview A perfect loop with beer and pizza at the finish Difficulty Class II Length Multi-day or 1 very long day Distance 15 miles hiking, 20 miles floating Access Parks Highway
Class IV Packrafting River. Spectacular hiking, spectacular whitewater for the strong hiker/paddler. 12 miles hiking, 12 miles paddling.
Class III Packrafting River. An adventurous loop in wild country. 12 miles hiking, 12 miles boating.
Class III Packrafting River. Check water levels at Denali National Park. Requires a car, bike, or hitch hike shuttle. 4 miles hiking, 8 miles floating.
Class IV Packrafting River. Challenging whitewater, stunning Denali views. 15 miles hiking, 15 miles floating. A bike might be helpful.