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California Rivers


All of our rivers are located in the Northern California Sierra Nevadas, which are a 3-4 hour drive from the Bay Area. Take a look at our Location Map or click on the river name below. We also have a Price List for all rivers, and check out our Group Discounts, Web Specials and Family Rafting.





“Good Morning! I don’t think I have ever had such a fun time as I did on Wednesday with Flash and the rest of my raft! Wow!! We are coming back next year for sure! Gonna take a day trip. Thank you all so much for the accurate info given and DIRECTIONS!! What a time that was. Can’t wait to do it again.”

Laurie D.



Fun for Everyone Challenging Thrillseekers

South Fork American … starting at just $79
Fun Class 3 river for all. 50 Rapids in 21 miles!
A short 2.5 hours from the Bay Area.
Location Map. FAQs
Merced River … starts at $139
Huge Water Rapids! Class 4 – 4+.
One of the wildest white water rafting trips we offer.
3.5 hours from Bay Area.
Location Map. FAQs
Middle Fork American … starting at $129
Summer Class 3-4 Exhilaration!
Some of the best rapids in the state of California.
Just 2.5 hours from the Bay Area.
Location Map. FAQs
Combo Trips … starts at $259
2 Great Rivers in 2 Great Days.
The adventure of a lifetime on these California rivers.
2.5 hours from Bay Area.
Location Map. FAQs
North Fork American … starting at $129
Spring Class 4 Constant Action!
Check out this challenging technical and wild river; Considered to be the best during the Spring and early Summer.
2.5 hour drive from the Bay Area.
Location Map. FAQs
Family Trips
Half-Day trips for those looking for a gentler white water rafting experience. These trips are ideal for families with children 5 – 8 years old and up.

Featured Specials

WWE Rafting Summer 2010

Season Specials

*1 FREE with each 6 Rafters!

Call 1-800-750-2386 today or make a reservation
You must mention “hot deals!” at time of reservation. This is valid for new reservations only.

Featured Package

South / Middle 2 Day Combo

Our South/Middle Fork American River package is our most popular 2 Day rafting trip. Raft the South Fork's Gorge Run the first day and then challenge the class 3/4 Middle Fork the second day. This package also includes 2 nights of camping at our own private riverside camp and 5 meals. OR try our ULTIMATE COMBO, that rafts the entire 21 miles of the South Fork the First Day, for more whitewater action!! Add a Deluxe Cabin Tent with cots and pads to make your camping experience super plush.

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Featured Video Testimonial


“Has rafted the Merced River each second Saturday in May for the last 14 Years with Whitewater Excitement - 2nd best trip in 14 years. Awesome Big Water this Year!’…”

John D. and the Skydiving gang,
Merced River Guests since 1996

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