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Denali Outdoor Center, Nenana River Canyon In Fall Colors Whitewater on the Nenana River ranges from Class II to Class IV. Rafts and kayaks share the river which is uncrowded, scenic, and exciting. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center) Date: 07/08/2005 Whitewater on the Nenana River ranges from Class II to Class IV. Rafts and kayaks share the river which is uncrowded, scenic, and exciting. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center)

Denali Outdoor Center, Nenana River Scenic Wilderness Float. The Nenana River is the eastern boundary of Denali National Park. The Scenic Wilderness Float is ideal for families, photographers, and those seeking a more relaxing river experience. Mt. Healy, Musher's Monument, and Panorama Mt. create a majestic backdr Date: 07/08/2005 The Nenana River is the eastern boundary of Denali National Park. The Scenic Wilderness Float is ideal for families, photographers, and those seeking a more relaxing river experience. Mt. Healy, Musher's Monument, and Panorama Mt. create a majestic backdrop on this two-hour wilderness float. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center)

Denali Outdoor Center, Nenana River Canyon Run Excitement. Paddle rafters brace for a plunge into Class IV whitewater. Paddlers work as a team and follow the commands called out by the boat captain. On this large volume river, you'll encounter a range of river features, including standing waves, big hydraulics, a Date: 07/08/2005 Paddle rafters brace for a plunge into Class IV whitewater. Paddlers work as a team and follow the commands called out by the boat captain. On this large volume river, you'll encounter a range of river features, including standing waves, big hydraulics, and swift current. Self-bailing rafts are designed specifically for these situations. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center)

Denali Outdoor Center, Nenana River Canyon In Fall Colors Kids of all ages enjoy the the two-hour Scenic Wilderness Float! Professional guides steer the boat with oars while guests take in the river experience. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center) Date: 07/08/2005 Kids of all ages enjoy the the two-hour Scenic Wilderness Float! Professional guides steer the boat with oars while guests take in the river experience. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center)

Denali Outdoor Center, Nenana River Canyon Run. Vertical walls of the Nenana River Canyon create ideal habitat for Dall Sheep, the most often seen wildlife in the canyon. Look closely for the sheep 150 feet above the whitewater. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center) Date: 07/08/2005 Vertical walls of the Nenana River Canyon create ideal habitat for Dall Sheep, the most often seen wildlife in the canyon. Look closely for the sheep 150 feet above the whitewater. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center)

Denali Outdoor Center, Nenana River Canyon Run, Cable Car Rapids. An 18-foot raft negotiates the entrance waves of Cable Car Rapids, the biggest rapid in the canyon. This Class IV rapid is named after an historic cable car strung across the canyon by the Alaska Railroad over half a century ago. It was used to transport Date: 07/08/2005 An 18-foot raft negotiates the entrance waves of Cable Car Rapids, the biggest rapid in the canyon. This Class IV rapid is named after an historic cable car strung across the canyon by the Alaska Railroad over half a century ago. It was used to transport crews across the canyon for trestle construction. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center)

Denali Outdoor Center, Nenana River Canyon Run, Razorback Rapid. Nenana River paddle-rafters prepare for lower Razorback Rapid. This well-known rapid is the site of the annual whitewater slalom race held the third week of July. River runners can experience the river on a paddle raft, oar raft, or kayaks with Denali Out Date: 07/08/2005 Nenana River paddle-rafters prepare for lower Razorback Rapid. This well-known rapid is the site of the annual whitewater slalom race held the third week of July. River runners can experience the river on a paddle raft, oar raft, or kayaks with Denali Outdoor Center. (Credit Denali Outdoor Center)

Denali Outdoor Center, Guided Kayaking on the Nenana River Learning to whitewater kayak is a real adventure. Add the setting of Denali National Park and you have a rare lifetime experience. The professional staff at Denali Outdoor Center offers class II & easy III day trips for first-timers along with a com Date: 10/29/2005 Learning to whitewater kayak is a real adventure. Add the setting of Denali National Park and you have a rare lifetime experience. The professional staff at Denali Outdoor Center offers class II & easy III day trips for first-timers along with a complete whitewater kayak school.

Denali Outdoor Center, Inflatable Kayaker near Denali Park The Nenana River offers kayakers a variety of rapids from class I to IV. Inflatables are a great option for beginners wanting to paddle more challenging sections of this river. Professional guidance and instruction are always recommended for learning ex Date: 10/29/2005 The Nenana River offers kayakers a variety of rapids from class I to IV. Inflatables are a great option for beginners wanting to paddle more challenging sections of this river. Professional guidance and instruction are always recommended for learning extreme sports.

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