Yukon - Charley Rivers National Preserve • Alaska

Aerial view of the Yukon River during fall colors

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

Aerial view of the Charley River winding through the tundra and mountains

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.

The Yukon River is a vast body of water that has carved its path into the landscape over millions of years.
NPS Photo / Josh Spice

The historic Coal Creek Dredge sits nonoperational at its original site, near Slaven's Roadhouse
NPS Photo / Josh Spice

The Eagle Visitor Center sits atop a small bluff overlooking the Yukon River.
NPS Photo / Greg Kinman

A historic roadhouse and public use cabin on the Yukon River
NPS Photo / Josh Spice

Calico Bluff, showing 4 million years of rock layers, rises above the Yukon River and is one of many bluffs along the 130 miles of river in the preserve
NPS Photo / Josh Spice

The 105 mile-long Wild and Scenic Charley River's watershed is completely protected within the preserve boundary.
NPS Photo / Josh Spice

Aerial view of the Yukon River in fall

What is Yukon-Charley Rivers?

A land with rich history that is wilder today than it was 100 years ago. Find out what Yukon-Charley Rivers is all about.

Coal Creek Dredge with fall colors

Why this land is preserved and protected.

Aerial view of Dall's sheep rams in large boulders

Dall's Sheep in Yukon-Charley Rivers

Learn about Dall's sheep and the 2024 & 2025 hunting closures in Yukon-Charley Rivers

Kayakers on the Yukon River in fall

Experience the Yukon River

Trip planning information for floating the Yukon River

Rafters on the Charley River

Floating the Charley River

Trip planning information for floating the Charley River

Clouds above the Yukon River and bluffs

Interactive ways of experiencing the preserve from the palm of your hand or comfort of your home

Yukon River view at a public use cabin

Public Use Cabins

Stay in the free public use cabins along the Yukon River

Last updated: March 2, 2026

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101 Dunkel St
Suite 110
Fairbanks, AK 99701

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907-459-3730

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