The Yukon River is a vast body of water that has carved its path into the landscape over millions of years.
Photo: NPS Photo / Josh Spice
About
Located in Interior Alaska, Yukon-Charley Rivers offers exploration in a largely untouched landscape. Whether you float the mighty Yukon River or paddle the Charley River's whitewater, your memories will last a lifetime. Geology, cultural history, gold rush remnants, wildlife, and vast scenery will be a part of your experience. But, the strongest element will be solitude. Your adventure awaits.
Location
101 Dunkel St
Suite 110
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Hours
wednesdayAll Day
mondayAll Day
thursdayAll Day
sundayAll Day
tuesdayAll Day
fridayAll Day
saturdayAll Day
Activities
BoatingMotorized BoatingCampingBackcountry CampingCanoe or Kayak CampingDog SleddingFishingHikingBackcountry HikingHunting and GatheringHuntingPaddlingCanoeingKayakingWhitewater RaftingJunior Ranger ProgramSkiing
Directions
Although there is no direct highway connection to Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve, visitors are able to access the preserve by either air travel from Fairbanks, or water or air travel from two small towns on the road system(Eagle and Circle), near the preserve boundaries.
Get directions →Weather
The area that Yukon-Charley Rivers encompasses is generally classified as sub-arctic, with exceptionally cold winters, relatively warm summers, low annual precipitation, and generally high winds.