North Fork of the Koyukuk River
Flowing through glacially-carved mountain valleys, this 102-mile long river runs along a major caribou migration route.
Plan Around North Fork of the Koyukuk River
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North Fork of the Koyukuk River Details
Flowing through glacially-carved mountain valleys, this 102-mile long river runs along a major caribou migration route. The river offers a few challenging rapids, though it's mostly class two or less. Paddlers will want to stop and see the various archaeological and historical sites located in the drainage including gold mining and prehistoric sites.
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Nearby Parks Around North Fork of the Koyukuk River
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Nearby Points of Interest Around North Fork of the Koyukuk River
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2.6 mi away
Tinayguk River
This 44-mile-long wild and scenic river is the largest tributary of the North Fork of the Koyukuk.
14.9 mi away
Frigid Crags
Along with Boreal Mountain, Frigid Crags form the "Gates of the Arctic".
16.2 mi away
Boreal Mountain
One half of the park's "gate," Boreal Mountain has an elevation of 6,654 feet.
22.7 mi away
Mount Doonerak
One of the park's most popular climbing spots, this peak is located in the Endicott Mountains of the Brooks Range.
27.8 mi away
Wiseman
Wiseman is a resident zone community that exists outside park boundaries.
