Resurrection River facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Resurrection River
The river valley seen from the edge of the Harding Icefield
Location of the mouth of the Resurrection River in Alaska
Country	United States
State	Alaska
City	Seward, Alaska
Physical characteristics
Main source	Near Upper Russian Lake
River mouth	Resurrection Bay Seward 0 m (0 ft) 60°07′20″N 149°23′55″W / 60.1223°N 149.3987°W / 60.1223; -149.3987
Length	22 mi (35 km)
Basin features
Tributaries	Left: Boulder Creek, Martin Creek, Box Canyon Creek, Salmon Creek Right: Summit Creek, Placer Creek, Exit Glacier Floodplain, Paradise Creek

The Resurrection River is a big river found on the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska. It starts near Upper Russian Lake in the Kenai Mountains. The river then flows about 22 miles (35 km) and ends in Resurrection Bay, close to the town of Seward.

Part of the river flows through Kenai Fjords National Park. Long ago, people used to look for small bits of gold where the river meets Placer Creek. This was called placer mining.

Fishing Fun

The lower part of the Resurrection River is a great spot for fishing. Many people come here to catch salmon.

Silver Salmon

The river and bay are famous for their silver salmon. You can catch a lot of these fish, especially in August. It's a very busy time for fishing!

Other Salmon Types

You can also find other types of salmon in the river. These include Chinook salmon and Sockeye salmon. While there aren't as many of them, they are still a fun catch for anglers.