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Walk along the River of Golden Dreams

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Bedste tid at besøge

Late afternoon, when the low sun creates a golden glow on the water after which the river was named. June and July offer the most pleasant temperatures and the clearest water.

Budgettips

Renting a kayak or canoe costs around 60-80 CAD per person from local operators. Save money by bringing your own kayak or canoe if you have one, since river access is free.

Anbefalet til

Couples looking for romance, Families with older children, Nature and photography enthusiasts, Adventurers who enjoy light activities

Planlæg dit besøg

2-3 hours

Om

Hurtige fakta: Golden Dreams-floden forbinder Alta Lake med Green Lake og snor sig gennem 4 kilometer moseområde og skov. Padlere deler dette vand med bævere, oddere og den lejlighedsvise sortbjørn, der ses langs bredderne.

Højdepunkter: På sit smalleste punkt snævrer floden sig ind til kun 3 meter, hvilket tvinger padlere til at sno sig gennem en tunnel af hængende pilegrene. Vandet får en skinnende ravfarve i den sene eftermiddagssol, farvet af tanniner, der siver ud fra cederrødder og giver floden sit gyldne navn.

Insidertips

  • Bring a waterproof bag for your camera because the best photos are possible right from the water, and surprise showers are common even in summer.
  • Start early in the morning to avoid crowds and have the best chances of seeing beavers and herons.
  • Wear waterproof sandals or water-resistant shoes because you will definitely get water in the boat when passing through the rapids.
  • Finish paddling before dusk because the weather in the canyons changes quickly and can become cold.

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