Join Flying Cow Outfitters for a thrilling 7-mile rafting adventure down the Kenai River, where stunning mountain scenery and wildlife meet exhilarating rapids. Perfect for all skill levels, this trip offers a genuine taste of Alaska’s wild river wilderness. Read on to learn what makes this experience so special.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, with basic mobility needed
Wildlife
History
The Kenai River has been central to Alaska’s native cultures for centuries, serving as a vital source of sustenance and tradition.
Conservation
Flying Cow Outfitters is committed to minimizing impact through sustainable practices, ensuring the river's health for generations to come.
Flying Cow Outfitters
Join Flying Cow Outfitters for a thrilling 7-mile rafting adventure down the Kenai River, where stunning mountain scenery and wildlife meet exhilarating rapids. Perfect for all skill levels, this trip offers a genuine taste of Alaska’s wild river wilderness. Read on to learn what makes this experience so special.
Flying Cow Outfitters is a small adventure outfitter based in Cooper Landing, Alaska, offering guided river trips and coastal hikes on the Kenai Peninsula. The company operates the 7 Mile Rafting Trip on the Kenai River — a two-hour, seven-mile scenic float through a glaciated river valley with expert guidance and essential gear provided.
In addition to rafting, Flying Cow Outfitters guides hikers on the Tonsina Beach Hiking route, a 3.4-mile round trip through old-growth rainforest that leads to a tide-shaped beach rich with wildlife and seasonal forageable berries. The North Beach Hike is a 10-mile round trip along Resurrection Bay that is accessible only at low tide; this route includes a challenging 3-mile fjord-wall section and is limited to small groups to preserve safety and wilderness experience.
Guides emphasize safety, route knowledge, and local conditions while operating within Cooper Landing and nearby Seward areas. Flying Cow Outfitters focuses on delivering scenic, wildlife-focused outings that highlight glacier-fed rivers, coastal bays, and temperate rainforest ecosystems native to the Kenai Peninsula. Trips are designed for visitors seeking nature immersion with manageable logistics — transports, gear, and on-route guidance are provided as described for each itinerary. Bookings and current availability are published online and through local visitor centers directly.
Location
Cooper Landing, AK
Base of operations on the Kenai Peninsula
Top Trips
3 trips
7 Mile Rafting, Tonsina, North Beach
Small Groups
Limited
North Beach limited to small groups
Gear Provided
Essential gear
Rafting includes essential gear provided
Reserve the 7 Mile Rafting Trip or a coastal hike to Tonsina Beach or North Beach — departures and tide-aware scheduling available
Wear quick-drying layers
Clothing that sheds water and dries quickly will keep you comfortable during the rapid sections.
Bring waterproof cameras
Capturing the stunning scenery and wildlife is easier when your gear can handle splashes.
Listen carefully to guides
Guides provide safety instructions and insights about the river’s geology and wildlife.
Stay seated in the raft
Holding onto the safety lines during rapid sections helps prevent falls and injuries.
Quick-drying clothing
Keeps you comfortable and dry as you splash through rapids.
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Waterproof footwear
Provides grip and protection during boat transfers and wet sections.
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Sunscreen and sunglasses
Protects against sun glare reflecting off the water.
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Hat with brim
Shields your face from the sun during open water stretches.
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