2 Canyon 6 Mile Creek Whitewater Rafting
Offered by Chugach Outdoor Center In Hope, Alaska
: $
About us
Rising over 300 feet in places, towering canyon walls are draped in a lush carpet of old growth rain-forest with cascading waterfalls pouring in from the sides. Crystal clear water with healthy salmon runs make this a river runner’s dream. Safely running Sixmile’s narrowly constricted passageways takes a coordinated team effort with technical and precise paddling. Working closely with your guide, you’ll be paddling while (s)he handles the oars. This oar paddling combination gives you power when you need it, as well as precise maneuvering capability.
For those who want the most excitement we offer paddle rafting, everyone paddles with the guide sitting in the back giving paddle commands. Sixmile has such an abundance of whitewater that one rapid will quickly fade from memory as you anxiously look down river preparing for the next. Precipitous drops, thundering hydraulics and powerful waves follow one after the other in quick succession. With each succeeding canyon, we’ll encounter whitewater of increasing difficulty. With rapids known as “Staircase,” “Suckhole,” “Merry-Go-Round” and “Jaws,” the third and most difficult canyon has six rapids rated at Class IV+ and Class V. We offer two choices on Six Mile Creek. You can do the Class IV Two Canyon Run or the Class IV and V Three Canyon Run.
For those who want the most excitement we offer paddle rafting, everyone paddles with the guide sitting in the back giving paddle commands. Sixmile has such an abundance of whitewater that one rapid will quickly fade from memory as you anxiously look down river preparing for the next. Precipitous drops, thundering hydraulics and powerful waves follow one after the other in quick succession. With each succeeding canyon, we’ll encounter whitewater of increasing difficulty. With rapids known as “Staircase,” “Suckhole,” “Merry-Go-Round” and “Jaws,” the third and most difficult canyon has six rapids rated at Class IV+ and Class V. We offer two choices on Six Mile Creek. You can do the Class IV Two Canyon Run or the Class IV and V Three Canyon Run.
What we'll do
Six mile creek has such an abundance of whitewater that one rapid will quickly fade from memory as you anxiously look down river preparing for the next. Precipitous drops, thundering hydraulics and powerful waves follow one after the other in quick succession.
Six Mile creek or "The Creek" is split up into 3 canyons or sections of white water each getting progressively longer, harder and more technical. The entire trip (both 2 canyon and 3 canyon participants) all begin their adventure together at the same put-in and can even be in the same boat. As the trip progress's down stream thru Alaska's best whitewater, each passenger has the choice to tailor the trip to their own level of excitement no matter what they signed up for at the end of the 2nd canyon. So if you only signed up for 2 canyons and are up to the challenge of the 2.8 mile long Class V 3rd Canyon we can just continue on down stream and we'll just settle up the price difference when we get back. Just the same if you sign up for 3 canyons and are feeling like you've found your happy place in the first 2 Class IV canyons no worries we can get you out there. And if you cant decide our experienced and professional guides will be there to help you make your decision.
Six Mile creek or "The Creek" is split up into 3 canyons or sections of white water each getting progressively longer, harder and more technical. The entire trip (both 2 canyon and 3 canyon participants) all begin their adventure together at the same put-in and can even be in the same boat. As the trip progress's down stream thru Alaska's best whitewater, each passenger has the choice to tailor the trip to their own level of excitement no matter what they signed up for at the end of the 2nd canyon. So if you only signed up for 2 canyons and are up to the challenge of the 2.8 mile long Class V 3rd Canyon we can just continue on down stream and we'll just settle up the price difference when we get back. Just the same if you sign up for 3 canyons and are feeling like you've found your happy place in the first 2 Class IV canyons no worries we can get you out there. And if you cant decide our experienced and professional guides will be there to help you make your decision.
What to expect / what's provided
*Duration 3 Hours
*FOR THOSE UP TO THE CHALLENGE, SIXMILE IS THE RIDE OF A LIFETIME!
Age Limits:
2nd Canyon 12 & over.
3rd Canyon 15 & over
All passengers must be physically capable of passing our paddler’s practice swim.
*Equipment we’ll provide:
We provide all river gear: dry suit, helmet, river shoes and Type 5 lifejacket.
We provide Coffee, Hot Chocolate and Tea after the trip as well as complimentary Hot Tub.
*Things you should bring:
Please dress warm (fleece top and bottom ,long underwear, thick socks).
Bring a swimsuit and towel if you wish to use the Hot Tub and of course a Great Attitude
Booking is not confirmed till you have received a confirmation email from our staff.
To secure a reservation for a day trip, we will require payment in full on a VISA or Mastercard.
Upon receipt of your payment, we will contact you to confirm the reservation and detail what we provide, what to bring, and rendezvous locations.
We reserve the right to alter trip itineraries or change locations if necessary due to weather, changes in water level or other factors beyond our control. It is always a good idea to plan an extra day into your schedule to allow for these contingencies.
Cancellations: To receive a full refund, cancellations or changes to your reservation must be made 48 hours in advance.
Please note: You do not have a confirmed reservation until you have spoken to the office staff and paid for your trip.
Please call to learn about Military and Group discounts!
*FOR THOSE UP TO THE CHALLENGE, SIXMILE IS THE RIDE OF A LIFETIME!
Age Limits:
2nd Canyon 12 & over.
3rd Canyon 15 & over
All passengers must be physically capable of passing our paddler’s practice swim.
*Equipment we’ll provide:
We provide all river gear: dry suit, helmet, river shoes and Type 5 lifejacket.
We provide Coffee, Hot Chocolate and Tea after the trip as well as complimentary Hot Tub.
*Things you should bring:
Please dress warm (fleece top and bottom ,long underwear, thick socks).
Bring a swimsuit and towel if you wish to use the Hot Tub and of course a Great Attitude
Booking is not confirmed till you have received a confirmation email from our staff.
To secure a reservation for a day trip, we will require payment in full on a VISA or Mastercard.
Upon receipt of your payment, we will contact you to confirm the reservation and detail what we provide, what to bring, and rendezvous locations.
We reserve the right to alter trip itineraries or change locations if necessary due to weather, changes in water level or other factors beyond our control. It is always a good idea to plan an extra day into your schedule to allow for these contingencies.
Cancellations: To receive a full refund, cancellations or changes to your reservation must be made 48 hours in advance.
Please note: You do not have a confirmed reservation until you have spoken to the office staff and paid for your trip.
Please call to learn about Military and Group discounts!
Cancellation Policy
<p>48 hours notice for a full refund less 10%for credit card fees</p>
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