Park Hours (Today)
All Day
Fairbanks Alaska Public Lands Information Center: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
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About the Park
Located in Interior Alaska, Yukon-Charley Rivers offers exploration in a largely untouched landscape. Whether you float the mighty Yukon River or paddle the Charley River's whitewater, your memories will last a lifetime. Geology, cultural history, gold rush remnants, wildlife, and vast scenery will be a part of your experience. But, the strongest element will be solitude. Your adventure awaits.
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What to See & Do
Float the Yukon River
A hyperlapse is a moving timelapse and, in this case, it is of the 100 mile stretch of Yukon River from Eagle, Alaska to Slaven's Roadhouse in Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. Complete with notable location descriptions, this virtual tour of the Yukon River is for entertainment and basic orientation purposes.
Yukon River Public Use Cabins
Take yourself back in time with a stay in one of the seven public use cabins that are available on a first come, first served basis in Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. Split some wood and head inside to light a blaze in the wood stove, under the light of an oil lamp. Enjoy the warmth as your gear dries out from a long journey down the mighty Yukon River, whether it be on a recreational float or hunting trip. Please replace the firewood, but keep the memories.
Visitor Centers
Fairbanks Alaska Public Lands Information Center
Explore world-class exhibits, watch a free informative movie, and receive assistance on your trip planning needs while at the Alaska Public Lands Information Center, located inside of the Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Eagle Visitor Center
Located along the mighty Yukon River in Eagle, Alaska, this visitor center is the welcome center for those ready to explore Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. Speak with a ranger, receive a backcountry orientation, and finalize the details of your trip in the preserve.
Getting Here & Transit
How to Get Here
Although there is no direct highway connection to Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve, visitors are able to access the preserve by either air travel from Fairbanks, or water or air travel from two small towns on the road system(Eagle and Circle), near the preserve boundaries.
Park Amenities
Permits & Reservations
Permits may be required
Some activities in Yukon - Charley Rivers National Preserve — including backcountry camping, certain trails, and climbing routes — require advance permits. Check the official NPS website for current requirements before your visit.
Operating Hours
Open 24-hours
The preserve is open 24-hours a day
- MondayAll Day
- TuesdayAll Day
- WednesdayAll Day
- ThursdayAll Day
- FridayAll Day
- SaturdayAll Day
- SundayAll Day
Photos
Historic Coal Creek Dredge
Eagle Visitor Center in front of Eagle Bluff
Slaven's Roadhouse during fall colors
Calico Bluff rising above the Yukon River that also winds into the distance behind the bluff
When to Go
Crowd CalendarPlan your trip around peak seasons to avoid crowds or embrace the energy of the busy months. Our crowd predictions are based on historical NPS Visitor Use Statistics.
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Best Time
Year-round
Trip Length
1 day
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