California Whitewater Rafting on the South Fork of the American River

class III+ intermediate

Trips Run March into October

Experience Needed: This adventure is suited for Beginners to Experienced Rafters.

Ages: 7 to 70+ call to with questions.

Acceptable Groups: This truly is the place for mellow family get-togethers and more racous partiers. Located in the historically rich Coloma River Valley, where gold was discovered, we're nestled in a 26-acre campground: FREE hotwater showers, FREE flushing toilets, 1-mile nature walk, swimming, volley ball, people watching, etc.

Rafting, wine tasting, hiking, visit historic State Park, close to South Lake Tahoe. So much to do, this is the place to be for a nice weekend escape or a longer family reunion.

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Trouble Maker Rapid: South Fork of the American River

Description ~

Rapids have small, medium and large waves. Class III rapids are generally of large hydrolics with little to no maneuvering required while in rapid. Class IV has similar sized rapids but paddling while in rapids may be required. California rivers are "drop pool" style rivers wherein there is a calm pool after every rapid/drop.

California Whitewater Rafting: Lower Section South Fork of the American

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Trips Length ~

The South Fork of the American is navigated in one and two day trips. You may combine your trip with a trip on the Middle Fork of the American as well.

This trip includes

Transportation either to the put in or from take out to camp (depends on run)
Gourmet Deli Style Lunch, good for vegetarians & vegans as well as meat lovers
Professional Guides
Equipment necessary to get down the river

This trip includes

Transportation to and from put in and take out
2 Gourmet Deli Style Lunches, good for vegetarians & vegans as well as meat lovers
All camping costs at Camp Lotus
Dinner and Breakfast - prepared for and served to you by your guides
Professional Guides
Equipment necessary to get down the river
More Details on Our 2 Day Over Night Trip

What's NOT included

Transporation to Camp Lotus
Swim wear or river shoes
Wetsuits if necessary or preferred
Special diet needs (if you call we'll attempt to accomodate)
Tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads we do have some for rent, please inquire before your arrival as to availability
Alcohol