“River rafting is thrilling but it isn’t just the thrill that is important; it is the quietness, the distance from distraction, and the value of being together on the river”
One Day American River Rafting Adventure: Gorge (Class III)
Raft California's most popular river!
As soon as you hear the sound of your paddle hitting the water you will be glad you signed up for this adventure. Starting in the beautiful Coloma Valley this full day adventure begins with a fun class 2 stretch before lunch giving you time to relax, play, swim or experience adventurous antics depending on your tastes. Your guides will prepare a fresh deli style lunch that will leave you satisfied and ready for the adventure ahead. After lunch you will have time to digest before hitting the class 3 gorge. The gorge is an exciting and beautiful place where the river has carved through rock deep below the chaparral covered hill sides forming incredibly fun rapids. If you are lucky you may see a great blue heron, a bald eagle, deer and sometimes even mink, beaver and river otter.
Officially the South Fork is rated Class III, but we rate it Class Awesome. Knowing the river really well allows us to experiment and explore. We've been rafting the South Fork of the American River for years now, and it just never gets old. There's always a new place to investigate. There's always a new thrill to enjoy.
2024 Schedule: 6 days a week, March 1st through September 30 (No scheduled water releases on Wednesdays in 2024)
Check-in: 9:30 am (subject to change) at the River Runners site in Camp Lotus, 5461 Bassi Road, Lotus California, 95651
Check out: usually 5:30 pm (may vary, depending on the needs of the group and the river level)
Minimum Age: 6 years old
Distance: 13 Miles
Trip duration: 6 hours (including lunch)
$160 per person
Lunch is included
Wetsuit included necessary (seasonal)
All taxes and fees are included
Guide gratuity not included