California

Experience thrilling Class IV whitewater, waterfall hikes and backcountry bliss on California’s premier Wild & Scenic rafting trip just outside of Yosemite National Park

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Tuolumne River Rafting Near Yosemite National Park

  • United States California National Parks Yosemite
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 1, 2 or 3 Days from $299 | Wine trips from $649
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)
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Splashy good times are guaranteed on this classic California rafting trip that offers exciting, Class III whitewater perfect for beginners, families or anyone looking to have some fun

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Troublemaker Rapid on the South Fork American River

South Fork American River Rafting

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • ½ or 1 Day from $109
  • Minimum Age: Chili Bar/Gorge 8 (12 during high water) 21-Miler 12

Experience the beauty of the Sierra Nevada foothills and the thrill of Tunnel Chute Rapid as you raft through a secluded canyon on this must-do Class IV California whitewater adventure

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Middle Fork American River Rafting

Middle Fork American River Rafting

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 1 Day from $159
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

Combine two fun-packed days of whitewater with riverside camping at OARS River Park Adventure Campground for the perfect weekend getaway or add-on to a family vacation in California

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Two-Day South Fork American River Rafting

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 2 Days from $269
  • Minimum Age: 8 (12 during high water)

The most challenging stretch of the American River promises plenty of adrenaline-inspiring Class IV thrills and non-stop whitewater, followed by a stretch of more moderate Class II-III rapids

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North Fork American River Rafting

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 1 Day from $159
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

Experience the thrill of Class IV+ Tunnel Chute Rapid as you raft through the Sierra Nevada foothills and spend a night camping in a secluded canyon on this California whitewater adventure

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Middle Fork American River

Two-Day Middle Fork American River Rafting

  • California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 2 Days $449
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

Whitewater rafting on the American River through the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills combined with camping at OARS American River Outpost campground

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Middle Fork | South Fork American River Chili Bar Combo

  • California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 2 Days from $309
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

Combine a South Fork American River rafting trip with a Middle Fork American trip for the ultimate 2-day rafting adventure through California’s scenic gold country

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South Fork | Middle Fork American River Rafting Combo

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 2 Days from $349
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

Combine a South Fork American River rafting trip with a North Fork American trip for a more challenging 2-day early season rafting adventure through California’s scenic gold country

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South Fork | North Fork American River Rafting Combo

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 2 Days from $349
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

On this short and fun rafting trip near Yosemite National Park you’ll challenge raucous rollercoaster wave trains and slick chutes friendly to rafters of all levels

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Merced River Rafting Near Yosemite National Park

  • United States California National Parks Yosemite
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 1 Day from $159
  • Minimum Age: 9 (12 during high water)

For hard-working paddlers with a taste for thrills, chills and spills, rafting the North Fork Stanislaus River in Northern California is a slice of wild whitewater heaven

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North Fork Stanislaus River Rafting

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 1 Day from $159
  • Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

Bask in the Klamath’s scenic beauty while enjoying the river’s bouncy, easy rapids and lovely swimming holes perfect for families with young kids or first-time rafters

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Lower Klamath River Rafting

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • 3 Days from $725
  • Minimum Age: 4

Explore Yosemite National Park backcountry by foot on this epic California hiking and rafting adventure

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Yosemite Hiker

  • United States California National Parks Yosemite
  • Hiking Multi-Sport
  • 5 Days $2299
  • Minimum Age: 14

Train to be a professional river guide or elevate your boating skills as you learn the essentials of rafting on the South Fork American River

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California Whitewater Guide School

  • United States California
  • Whitewater Guide School
  • 9 Days from $1599
  • Minimum Age: 18 (16 with parent/guardian also in the class)
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