Nowitna River

The Nowitna River flows northeast through diverse landscapes, crossing 250 miles from Kuskokwim Mountains before joining the Yukon River near Ruby, Alaska.

In 1980, the federal government designated 223 miles of the Nowitna River as a National Wild and Scenic River within the Nowitna National Wildlife Refuge.

The river system maintains substantial populations of king salmon, chum salmon, and northern pike, supporting local fishing activities throughout the seasons.

Navigation requires experience due to Class II rapids in Nowitna Canyon, while the remaining sections present Class I conditions suitable for canoes and kayaks.

Limestone deposits in the headwaters create nutrient-rich waters that enhance productivity in the surrounding floodplain wetlands and water bodies.

GPS coordinates: 64.05884,-154.37510

Latest update: October 29, 2025 18:35