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Trip Detaisl for the Lower Middle Fork American

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Maps & Directions Meet Place Driving Directions Drive Times & Distances	General Information What's Included What to Bring River Conditions Local Weather	Accommodations Campgrounds Hotels and B&B's

Maps & Directions:

Meet Place

Raley's Super Market (Rear Parking Lot) in Auburn
13384 Lincoln Way
Auburn, CA 95603

Meet Time: 12:00 pm Half-Day Trips / 11:00 am 1-Day Trips
These times can change. Please confirm your meet time and place with your trip leader or contact our office.

Driving Directions

Exit I 80 at the Auburn Ravine/Foresthill exit at the east side the town of Auburn. The Raley's Grocery Store is on the south side of the freeway at the stoplight along the frontage road. After the exit turn south toward Foresthill to the stoplight adjacent to the freeway. Turn left at the light and then immediately turn right into the Raley's parking lot. Go around the store to the right to the gravel parking lot in the back of the store. An All-Outdoors guide will be waiting for you there.

Drive Times and Distances:

Driving Distances and Times to Meeting Place From:
Placerville: 50 mi/1 hr
Coloma: 40 mi/50 min
N Lake Tahoe: 75 mi/1.5 hrs
S Lake Tahoe: 130 mi/2.5 hrs
Los Angeles: 420 mi/7-8 hrs
San Francisco: 115 mi/2.5 hrs
San Jose: 150 mi/3 hrs
Walnut Creek: 117 mi/ 2.5 hrs
Sacramento: 25 mi/30 min

General Information:

What's Included

Trips include the following:

Professional Guide, instruction, and equipment (April through May, see Wetsuit Information for added rental cost.)
Delicious fresh meals (not on Half-Day trips)
River shuttle by bus to and from the Meet Place for your trip

What to Bring

River Attire(all trips)

Swimsuit/shorts (helps reduce slippage on the raft... avoid "slippery" materials!)
Tennis Shoes (lace-up are best/no slip-ons or thongs)
Personal Medicine
Change of clothing for ride home

While on the river, you need little other than your river attire. There is limited space available in a water- resistant bag for additional items, such as raingear or medication, that you might need during the day (no towels, please). This bag is usually available only during the lunch stop and at camp.

NOTE: For your comfort and safety, special clothing items, including a wetsuit, are generally required April through mid-May or during periods of inclement weather. If your trip takes place during a time period when wetsuits are required, see "Wetsuit Information".

Optional Items
Waterproof sunblock, sunglasses w/strap, hat, visor
Waterproof camera
Long-sleeve shirt and pants for sun protection (should be quick drying)
Wool or fleece sweater/jacket and hat, waterproof jacket or suit*
* (Items required in early Spring, late Fall, and in inclement weather)
Fishing pole and equipment

Please Do Not Bring:
Expensive watch, jewelry, radio, pets, camera without water protection. Space is limited on the boat. Please note that storage of keys, wallets, and other valuables is the participants responsibility.

River Conditions (Real Time)

Real-time, up to the hour flow information is available for the Lower Middle Fork of the American River on our Updated River Conditions page.

Local Weather

The important thing to remember about the weather in the Sierra Foothills is that it can change on short notice. It is always best to be prepared for any kind of weather situation. For a quick update on the local five day forecast, click the weather image.

Seasonal patterns do exist. In April and May, days are generally breezy and warm (60-70 degrees). Nights can be in the 50's; generally cooler during the earlier spring trips. The summer months are usually hot and dry (85-100 degrees). Night temperatures can range from the low 60's to the low 70's.

Even though these patterns exist, it is not uncommon to get a 90 degree day in May and a breezy, rainy day in June or July. It is always important to bring sun protection and cold weather gear to the river. You can decide which is most appropriate once you have arrived.

For specific questions, feel free to contact our Walnut Creek office at (800) 247-2387.

Accommodations:

Campgrounds

Long Ravine Campground: 530.346.6166 located 25 min away from meet place.

Hotels and B&B's

Holiday Inn, Auburn: 800.814.8787
Best Western Golden Key, Auburn: 800.201.0121

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