Stephan Lake to Susitna River
Alaska – US
- Class
- III to IV
- Length
- 54 Mile(s)
- Gradient
- 21 FPM
- Typical season
- May to September
Current Flow
13,300 CFS
Gauge height: 7.51 FT
Reading from Aug 26, 2026 12:45 AM AKDT
▲ 458.33/hr (12h) ▲ 298.75/hr (24h)
Get out there
- Primary gauge
- TALKEETNA R NR TALKEETNA AK Gauge detail & alternatives Live gauge ↗
Recommended levels
| Minimum | 5,000 |
| Average | 12,000 |
| Maximum | 20,000 |
Recommended use
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Canoeing
- SUP
- Packrafting
- Fishing
Struck-through craft are not recommended for this run.
Flow history — last 6 days
No gauge history recorded in the last 6 days.
Photos
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Rapids
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Access
| Type | Name | Elevation | Camping | Water | Boat ramp | Vehicle access | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Put-In | Stephen Lake | — | No | No | No | All Vehicles | There are no roads into Stephen Lake. As with most of Alaska you will need to take a plane in to drop gear and people. |
| Take-Out | Susitna River | — | No | No | No | All Vehicles |
Camps
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Permit
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Fishing
No fish species have been associated with this run yet.
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