Come Join River Runners Rafting Camp!
River Runners is proud to offer it's own extraordinary set of youth rafting camps on the South Fork of the American River. Welcome to RIVER KIDSÂ Overnight Camp!
River Runners has specialized in family trips and kids adventures for over 50 years. In 2025, we are offering children's whitewater rafting camps in our own unique way.
At River Runners, it's all about river philosophy. Our team is dedicated to fun, safety, education, and teamwork. It's a balance, and that's what we want to share with your children.
For more details about the daily RIVER KIDS program itinerary, visit our RIVER KIDS day camp page.
River Kids Overnight Camp Itinerary
Instead of just dropping your kids off every day, bring the whole family!
Everyone can participate in a full 2 day/two-night package:
This trip costs $375 per participant. Here is what's included:
- Five meals and two nights of camping
- Tent rental (one tent per two people)
- Two days of on-river activities (for participants not attending the RIVER KIDS camp, this follows our premiere 2 day rafting trip itinerary)
- All taxes and fees
- Children may camp only if accompanied by a parent or guardian
- All campers must raft both days of this trip
How it works
Each day, everyone that signs up for the RIVER KIDS overnight camp will go rafting.
RIVER KIDS are split up into two age groups:
- Explorers: For children aged 7-10. They will typically enjoy the class II Bio Bio Run (also known as the C to G).
- Voyagers: For children aged 10-15. They typically run the Gorge on the first day of camp, and Chili Bar on the second day.
After breakfast, overnight RIVER KIDS will join the RIVER KIDS day camp students and be placed into their appropriate age groups for rafting instruction and fun on the river with their peers.
View the RIVER KIDS daily itinerary.
Family members and friends will also raft both days, but in separate River Runners boats from RIVER KIDS. View our Premiere 2-day Trip itinerary.
Everyone then joins back together at the end of the day's adventure to share stories and enjoy a meal.
Children may camp only if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Quick Facts
- Location: South Fork American River
- Schedule:
- June 22 - 24, 2025
- June 29 - July 1, 2025
- July 6 - 8, 2025
- July 13 - 15, 2025
- Duration: 2 days, 2 nights
- Minimum age: 6
- Costs: $375 per person
Includes
- All safety gear
- 5 meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
- 2 nights of camping (tents included)
- 2 days of class II-III rafting
- Government taxes and fees
- Day use fees at Camp Lotus
Booking Notes
- All campers must raft both days of this trip.
- RIVER KIDS participants will raft separately from parents and other non-participating guests.
- Children may camp only if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- If you would like to camp without rafting, you can book a campsite or lodging with Camp Lotus here.
Are you ready to book this camp today?
View our calendar and check availability.