Knik River, Brook in Palmer, Alaska, US
The Knik River stretches 40 miles through Alaska's terrain, flowing from Knik Glacier before joining the Matanuska River near Palmer.
The river area served as a critical transportation route during the Alaska Gold Rush of the early 1900s, connecting prospectors to mining regions.
The Dena'ina people named this waterway 'Skitnu' while the Ahtna language uses 'Scitna', reflecting the indigenous presence in the region.
Visitors can access the river via Knik River Road, where they find multiple entry points for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife observation activities.
The river maintains an unfrozen section of four miles above Hayflats bridge during winter due to warm water discharge from the Eklutna project.
GPS coordinates: 61.50915,-148.93247
Latest update: October 29, 2025 18:35
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