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Choose a River: California whitewater rafting

All our rivers are in the Sierra Nevadas of Northern California, 3-4 hours from the Bay Area. See our Location Map or click on a river name below. See a Price List for all rivers, and check out our Web Specials, Group Discounts, and Family Rafting.

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 fun for everyone challenging thrillseekers

South Fork American...starting at $79
Fun Class 3 for all.
50 Rapids in 21 miles!
2.5 hours from Bay Area. Location Map. FAQs

Merced River...starting at $139
Big Water Rapids! Class 4 - 4+.
One of the wildest trips we offer.
3.5 hours from Bay Area. Location Map. FAQs

Middle Fork American...starting at $129
Summer Class 3-4 Excitement!
Some of the best rapids in California.
2.5 hours from Bay Area. Location Map. FAQs

Combo Trips... starting at $269
2 Great Rivers in 2 Great Days.
Adventures of a lifetime on the American Rivers.
2.5 hours from Bay Area. Location Map. FAQs

North Fork American...starting at $129
Spring Class 4 Action!
Technical, wild and challenging; Spring and early Summer.
2.5 hours from Bay Area. Location Map. FAQs

 Family Trips
Half-Day trips for anyone wanting a gentler experience, and families with children 5 - 8 years old and up. Rafts and/or inflatable kayaks.
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You might also want to see:
Price List (all rivers)
Group Discounts
Family Rafting
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Recent California river rafting Trip Photos (all rivers)

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