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Which side of the plane to sit from Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport (Galena) to Nulato Airport (Nulato)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an expansive view of the Yukon River's massive meanders and the dramatic silhouette of the Kaiyuh Mountains to the south.

Left Side Highlights
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Yukon River Meanders

Witness the incredible scale of the Yukon as it carves massive silver loops through the Alaskan landscape.

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Kaiyuh Mountains

A clear view of the rugged, remote mountain range rising from the southern edge of the river basin.

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Oxbow Lakes

Dozens of horseshoe-shaped lakes visible across the floodplain, remnants of the river's ancient path.

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Innoko Wetlands

A vast expanse of marshland and tundra that serves as a critical habitat for moose and waterfowl.

Sit on the left for the best views of the river's complexity. During winter, look for the 'ice road' carved onto the frozen river surface. This flight is short and low-altitude, so keep your camera ready from takeoff to landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Nulato Hills

Views of the rolling, tundra-covered hills that border the Yukon valley to the north.

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Boreal Taiga

Dense carpets of black spruce and birch forest stretching toward the Arctic Circle.

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Isolated Cabins

Spot remote trapper cabins and seasonal fish camps tucked into the wilderness along small tributaries.

The right side is excellent for spotting terrestrial wildlife on the hillsides during summer months. In the morning, the light hits the Nulato Hills perfectly, emphasizing the texture of the sub-arctic terrain.

Top Activities in Nulato
Route Information

Distance: 54 km (34 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 min

Departure: GAL (64.73619843, -156.93699650000002)

Arrival: NUL (64.729301, -158.074005)

Route Type: Domestic

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