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GAL â KAL
Which side of the plane to sit from Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport (Galena) to Kaltag Airport (Kaltag)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an excellent vantage point of the Nulato Hills and a close-up view of the historic village of Nulato as the aircraft follows the northern bank of the Yukon River.
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Nulato Hills
The rugged, rolling terrain of the Nulato Hills provides a sharp contrast to the flat river valley.
Village of Nulato
A clear view of the remote Athabascan settlement situated at the confluence of the Yukon and Nulato Rivers.
Koyukuk National Wildlife Refuge
Vast northern vistas toward the protected wilderness area known for its diverse subarctic wildlife.
The right side is superior for spotting human settlements in the wilderness. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes after departure from Galena to capture the village of Nulato. In winter, the frozen river patterns and snow-covered hills are particularly photogenic under the low Arctic sun.
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Yukon River Meanders
Spectacular views of the massive Yukon River carving through the Alaskan interior landscape.
Boreal Forest Expanses
Dense stretches of black spruce and willow thickets characteristic of the Innoko region.
Wetland Sloughs
An intricate network of oxbow lakes and side channels that serve as vital waterfowl habitats.
Choose the left side for wide-angle views of the Yukon's immense scale. During the late afternoon, the sun reflects beautifully off the river's winding channels, though glare can be intense. Watch for the dramatic color shifts in the water depending on silt levels.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 98 km (61 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: GAL (64.73619843, -156.93699650000002)
Arrival: KAL (64.31909943, -158.74099730000003)
Route Type: Domestic
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