Kisaralik River

Kisaralik River Classic Remote Wilderness DIY Adventure.

Your Kisaralik River float starts with a bush flight to Kisaralik Lake.  From there you float approximately 100 miles to the take out where you will be picked up by boat. Boat transports floaters back to Bethel.  This river needs a minimum of 7 days, but most floaters prefer 8-12.

The Kisaralik River is truly an adventure that any outdoorsman will have fond memories of. This very scenic float begins from Kisaralik Lake, which sits in the picturesque landscape of the Kilbuck Mountains. It takes a day or two of floating through spectacular scenery to reach the upper falls. The upper falls drop about 20 feet in two steps. The entire falls can be portaged around but some floaters elect to run the first drop then line or portage the second drop. Shortly below the falls, the fishing starts to pick up as the river becomes more and more braided. The braided portion of the river offers unlimited fish habitat while the upper sections of the river provide unlimited scenery. This river is not for the novice rafter. However, this is what truly makes the Kisaralik such a great float and fish adventure. 

The fishing begins each year in early July with the King Salmon run and culminates each year in mid-September with the Rainbow fishing reaching its peak and the end of the Silver Salmon run. In addition to Rainbow and Salmon fishing, the Kisaralik Adventure also offers great Dolly Varden and Grayling fishing.

The Kisaralik exits the lake with more volume than some of our other rivers. Although this river feels big, wade fishing, structure, braids and side channels can be found from top to bottom.  There is an excellent chance you will float this river without seeing another raft or boat.  There are no lodges or camps on this entire river. The beginner rower may find this river requires too much attention while the experienced rafters will appreciate the technical challenge and amazing wilderness experience.  The Kisaralik river sets up nicely for extended trips all summer long. 

Transportation Costs Include:

• Bush flight and boat pick-up to Bethel
• All airport shuttles to and from Bethel Airport
• River Shuttles

PRICE: $1,275 + $325 boat shuttle per person 

PLEASE NOTE: total price of the trip is transportation cost above plus equipment rental pricing.  Equipment Rental pricing varies based on gear selection, number of days and group size.
Optional
Lodging in Bethel: $200.00  (Front or tail end of the trip)
Showers on return to Bethel: $40.00

Kisaralik River Salmon Timing