The Talachulitna River Float is a favorite among locals and visitors to our state. This river winds from the scenic Tordillo Mountains to the Skwentna River, right onto the wintertime Iditarod Trail. This river provides fantastic fishing, camping, and floating.
Alaska River Rafting Trip: Talachulitna River
The Float Begins at Judd Lake were the Talachulitna Creek flows out. This section of river is quite shallow, meandering, and narrow Class I waters. This section most often requires lining or dragging the boats, especially at low water. From the confluence with the Talachulitna River the river widens and deepens considerably with many camping and fishing options.
Please contact us today to Book your Talachulitna Float Trip
Talachulitna Float Trip Details:
Drop Point: Judd Lake
N 61o 33.83’ W 151o 33.51’
Pick Up Point: Skwentna Canyon
N 61o 52.39’ W 151o 22.30’
River Length: 52 miles
Class of Rapids: I-IV
Average Float Time: 5 – 7 days
Round Trip Cost:
DeHavilland Beaver – $1,680.00
Cessna 206 – $1,200.00
Talachulitna Fishing:
Fish Species | Season Start | Season End |
Chinook (King) Salmon | June 15th | July 13th |
Sockeye (Red) Salmon | July 15th | August 31st |
Coho (Silver) Salmon | July 15th | September 10th |
Pink (Humpy) Salmon | july 15th | August 31st |
Rainbow Trout | May 1st | October 15th |
Grayling | May 1st | October 15th |
Talachulitna Facts:
- The Talachulitna River derives its name from the Athabascan language
- The Talachulitna River was the first river in Alaska to be catch and release only for Rainbow Trout
- The river was used by Athabascan hunters to return from their trips with their game, making moose skin covered boats after their successful hunts
Talachulitna Fishing Regulations:
For the most up to date regulations please visit the Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game
www.sf.adfg.state.ak.us/statewide/reghome.cfm
Talachulitna Maps:
USGS Quads: Tyonek C-4, C-5, D-4
Please visit our Alaska Links Page for a link to the USGS Store to purchase these maps.