Venture down the whitewater of the Noatak and Kobuk Rivers in the Brooks Range. Experience the 650 miles of Class I-II rapids, perfect for canoeists and kayakers alike. These sections, Noatak and Kobuk, pass through Gates of the Arctic, Noatak, and Kobuk National Parks, and are located in northwest Alaska, in Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve.
Practical Info: Rafting season is open approximately from June to September, with whitewater rafting trips ranging in length from 10 days to 15 days. Popular trips include the 350 mile Noatak section, and the 300 mile Kobuk section. The river is suitable for paddle rafts, oar rafts, kayaks, and canoes.
Useful Tips: Guides are optional, although permits may be required for private trips, and whitewater experience is recommended. Outfitters on the Noatak and Kobuk Rivers in the Brooks Range offer trips suitable for families.
Expect to See: Goats, sheep, caribou, foxes, and wolves in an environment of wilderness, forests, mountains, and arctic splendor.