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Denali Southside River Guides

34996 South Hopper Drive, Talkeetna, AK 99676
907 733-7238
Ranked #7 of 15 tours in Talkeetna
5.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Owner description: Denali Southside River Guides specializes in full & half day raft and kayak adventures in Talkeetna and Denali State Park.Come see the beauty of...... more » Owner description: Denali Southside River Guides specializes in full & half day raft and kayak adventures in Talkeetna and Denali State Park.Come see the beauty of Denali State Park by exploring its water ways and seeing its wildlife! Visit the tranquil waters of Byers Lake, the largest lake in Denali State Park, where you will glide through its tranquil waters on single or tandem Sit-On-Top kayaks. Watch for resident trumpeter swans, loons and beavers. Paddle over pools of spawning salmon and look for the bears and eagles that come to feed on them. Enjoy a warm lunch at a the historic Mary Cary's McKinley View Lodge. Head to the glacial river to embark on a scenic rafting float trip fully oared by your guide. Enjoy stunning vistas of Denali and the Alaska Range and beautiful canyon walls. « less
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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2011
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If you have a chance to take a guided kayak trip with Denali Southside River Guides on Byers Lake, go for it! We went in late August on a sunny afternoon and enjoyed a comfortable 90 minute paddle on the lake and to a feeder stream, led by the very knowledgeable guide. We heard loons, saw a scaup, visited the... More

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Anchorage, AK
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 2, 2011
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These guys have a great operation with good organization for pre-trip planning, as well as all of the gear you could need for your adventure. We did the kayaking on Byers Lake, lunch, and a float down the Chulitna River. I am from Alaska and enjoyed this Alaskan experience. All of the guys who work here are so incredibly nice.... More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2011
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We took a full day with these educated and committed guides. A 4 mile kayaking trip around Beier lake was calming, peaceful, and even in the rain, had the most beautiful scenery. Lunch was provided by Mary Carey's Mt. McKinnley lodge. It's a historcal landmark that from the outside looks like a hole in the wall, but the culinary goodness... More

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McAllen, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 29, 2011
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We booked the full day kayak/river float trip experience and were not disappointed. My husband and I were traveling with our 8 year old twins and they had the time of their lives. Everyone was an absolute professional from the time of booking until we said good-bye. Our guides were very knowledgeable about the area and helped us learn about... More

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