Class I-II Birch Lake, AK

Swan Lake Canoe Route (Birch Lake to Birch Lake)

The Swan Lake and Swanson River canoe systems cover over 100 miles in the northern lowlands of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. From easy family weekend trips to weeklong adventures, paddlers of all abilities and ages will enjoy this unique wilderness experience.

The Swan Lake Route is the most popular of the two systems, covering 60 miles and 30 lakes and connected by shorter portages with access to the Moose River. Canoeing on this system offers not only scenic beauty, but excellent wildlife viewing and good rainbow trout fishing. (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service)

 

For More Information Visit:

Kenai National Wildlife Refuge: Non Motorized Boating - USFWS

Kenai National Wildlife Refuge - USFWS

Section Details

Trip Length One Night
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Manager U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge
Wild & Scenic No
Water Trail Yes
Partner Information https://www.fws.gov/refuge/kenai/visit-us/activities/boating---non-motorized
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/kenai/visit-us