Class III Charley River, AK

The exceptionally clear Charley River is completely contained within Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve and flows northwards about 108 miles to the Yukon River. The river flows through three distinct topographic regions—open upland valley, entrenched river, and open floodplain—offering varied, sometimes spectacular, scenery, as well as unspoiled wilderness.

The river drops 32 feet/mile in its upper reaches and offers whitewater challenges during high water; during low water flows, it is mild and can be enjoyed by many.

Bighorn sheep, caribou, peregrine falcon, moose and bears may be seen along its banks. This is one of the few rivers designated Wild and Scenic for its entire length.

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