The Chilkat River flows through the Chilkat Valley and offers an enjoyable float through scenic wilderness terrain on a wide swift river. The silty river travels through a preserve area that is known for a large bald eagle population as well as lots of other wildlife found along its shoreline. The run consists of class I water with some shallow sections and gravel bars. Avoid running the river during late spring when the eagle are nesting and also in the fall to avoid disrupting them.