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\u00ab Packrafting Overview<\/a><\/p>\n

Lakina Traverse (CL III)<\/h1>\n

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Trip Description<\/h3>\n

The most well known packrafting trip in the park for a reason. The Lakina Traverse combines world class backpacking and read and run whitewater. Fly into The Fosse and hike up the rugged Hidden Creek Valley. Camp in an area of alpine so incredible it’s known as Oz, then descend to the Lakina River and 20 miles of backcountry boating at it\u2019s best. The upper river can be low, allowing you to ease into the boating while the in-your-face views of Castle Peak make you appreciate the gentle start. When the river channelizes it becomes the stuff of packraft dreams. The Lakina has a continuous feel, with read and run boulder gardens and waves trains between forested banks. It\u2019s that magic mix of engaging boating and covering ground quickly that typifies Wrangell Mountain packrafting. End up at the Lakina River Bridge for a convenient pick-up for a shuttle back to town. 2-3 days of backpacking and 1-2 days of boating.<\/p>\n

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