Tonsina

1. Tonsina Glacier to Tonsina Lake

DifficultyV+
Length41 mi
Avg Gradient57 fpm
Reach Info Last UpdatedJune 24, 2004

River Description

Data provided by Jack Hession and Andy Embick, local experts; 4500 Riverton, Anchorage, AK 99516

Gradient (listed gradient is for the 19-mile stretch from the glacier to the lake; you still have 25 miles to the Tonsina Lodge takeout, 61.6630°N, 145.1789°W) from Embick, who says 'for expert kayakers only.'


River Features

Put In

Distance: 0 mi

Take Out

Distance: 41 mi
Take Out

GT
Garrick Taylor

May 16, 2009


7500 kW release