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Middle Fork American River Map

The River
Trips Include
  • Class IV white water rafting
  • Intermediate/Advanced
  • April-May
  • Meets in Auburn
  • Professional Guides
  • Equipment
  • Shuttle Service on river
  • Delicious meals
Who Should Go
Trips Offered
  • Experienced rafters
  • Adventurous Beginners
  • Children 14 years or over

Our North Fork American River white water rafting trips are a must-do for rafters seeking a challenging, thrilling white water rafting adventure in beautiful Northern California scenery. The North Fork of the American River is a solid class IV/IV+ river that is pure snow-melt and runs only in the spring time until all the snow has melted. The season is short, but the memories will last a lifetime. Combine this challenging American River run with a South or Middle Fork tune-up and get ready for the white water rafting adventure of a lifetime.

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1 Day Trips
One Day Full River Trip w/ lunch                              
  M-F: $108*        Weekend: $123*

Length: 11 miles
Start Time: Based on start time
Total trip time: roughly 8 hours

 
South Fork American River Itinerary

One of River and Rock Adventures most intense and challenging runs, the North Fork of the American River rafting trip provides experienced class IV paddlers with an uninterrupted 5 miles of technical white water rafting. The free-flowing North Fork of the American River runs only in the spring and early summer until the snow melt runs out. Those fortunate enough to run this section of the American river in this time frame will be treated to the beautiful narrow canyon with it's lush wildflowers, waterfall hikes, and unforgettable white water.

Class IV drops like Chamberlain Falls and Bogus Thunder make this trip one that only experienced paddlers should attempt. Or combine this run on the American River as the second day of a two day trip including the South or Middle Fork of the American River. Book early to get an opportunity to take a white water rafting trip down this pristine section of the American River.

Middle Fork American River Rafting
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North Fork American River rafting

*All prices are per person and subject to a $7 per person per day Government white water rafting Use and Service Fee. This fee goes to: California State Parks, El Dorado County Parks, and the Bureau of Land Management

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