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Directions, What to bring & Where to stay:
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Maps & Directions:
Meet Place
Long Ravine Campground (530.346.6166)
26909 Rollins Lake Rd
Colfax, CA 95713
Meet Time:
All-Outdoors hosts a variety of trip options and meet times. Please confirm your meet time and place with your group trip leader or contact our office.
Driving Directions
(Please use a
California map in conjunction with this map.)
Traveling east on Hwy 80, get off at the Colfax-Grass Valley Hwy 174 exit. Turn back over the freeway and make the first two quick right-hand turns to get on Hwy 174 (Rollins Lake Rd.). Travel about 1-1/2 miles to Giovanne's Restaurant on the left. Look for signs to "Rollins Lake". Continue straight ahead on Rollins Lake Rd. for approximately 1-1/2 miles. Cross over the lake and look to your left for the Long Ravine Campground entrance. Ask the gate attendant for directions to the All-Outdoors meet place.
Drive Times and Distances:
| San Francisco: 150 mi/ 3 hrs
San Jose: 185 mi/ 3.5 hrs
Sacramento: 55 mi./ 1 hrs
Los Angeles: 420 mi./ 7 hrs |
Auburn: 20 mi./ .5 hr
Placerville: 45 mi/ 1 hr
N Lake Tahoe: 70 mi/ 1.5 hr
S Lake Tahoe: 100 mi/ 2 hr |
These are approximate mileages and driving times and do not take into account any delays or stops. Please allow a little extra time to assure correct arrival time to the meeting place. Thank you!
General Information:
What's Included
- Professional Guide, instruction, and equipment (April through May, see Wetsuit Information for added rental cost.)
- Delicious fresh meals
- River shuttle by bus to and from the Meet Place for your trip
Types of Rafts
During normal water flows, All-Outdoors runs paddle rafts on the North Fork of the American. In a paddle raft, each guest and a professional guide have a paddle and navigate the river, working as a coordinated team. North Fork trips are highly participatory and can be intense runs so guests need to be ready and willing to paddle. In high-water situations, we may opt to run oar-paddle combination rafts (a professional guide steers the boat with oars while simultaneously calling commands to paddlers). All guests should be able to swim.
What to Bring
- Personal medicine
- Change of clothing for ride home
- Waterproof sunblock, sunglasses with strap, hat, visor (optional)
What to Wear
- Swimsuit
- Quick drying shorts to wear over swimsuit is recommended for more comfort
- Athletic shoes that are lace-up, no slip-ons or thongs
- Long-sleeve shirt and pants for added sun protection and/or extra layering
- Wool or fleece sweater/jacket, waterproof jacket or wetsuit (usually required in April through mid-May, and in inclement weather)
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 rain gear or medication, that you might need during the day (no towels, please). This bag is usually available only during the lunch stop.
NOTE: For your comfort and safety, special clothing items, including a wetsuit, are usually required April through May on the North Fork of the American, or during periods of inclement weather. If your trip takes place during a time period when wetsuits are required, see "Wetsuit Information".
Please Do Not Bring:
Expensive watch, jewelry, radio, pets, or camera without water protection. Please note that storage of keys, wallets, and other valuables is the participant's responsibility.
River Conditions (Real Time)
Real-time flow information is available for the North Fork of the American River on our Updated River Conditions page.
Local Weather
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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.
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, contact our Reservations office at (800) 247-2387. |
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Accommodations:
Campgrounds
Long Ravine Campground: Colfax, (530) 346-6166
This family owned and operated resort offers RV and tent camping and also serves as the meet place for our North Fork American trips. Amenities include hot showers, large group campsites, picnic tables, BBQ and fire pits, flush toilets, RV hookup, and dump station. Guests can also enjoy access to 26 miles of shoreline, boat rentals, swimming platform and slide, and fishing.
Hotels and B&B's
Best Western Golden Key: Auburn, (530) 885-8611
Located about 25 minutes away from the AO meet place for North Fork American trips, this hotel offers 68 comfortable rooms. Amenities include Cable TV, coffeemaker, air conditioning, microwave, and refrigerator. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast, year-round pool or spa, an acre of gardens with over 120 rose bushes, or their lawn area complete with picnic tables and BBQ.
Auburn Travel Lodge: Auburn, (530) 885-7025
This AAA approved accommodation is located just off of Interstate 80, and is about 25 minutes away from the AO meet place. It offers free continental breakfast, Internet access, Pet Friendly rooms, and seasonal outdoor pool. Some in-room amenities include Cable TV, coffeemaker, microwave, alarm clock, and hair dryer.
Comfort Inn: Central Auburn, (530) 885-1800
This hotel offers guests a comfortable stay while they are in the area with access to many nearby sights in Gold Country. Hotel services include an exercise room, free continental breakfast, Internet access, and an outdoor pool and whirlpool/hot tub. Each room contains Cable/Satellite TV, coffeemaker, and heating and air conditioning. This location is about 23 minutes from the AO meet place.
Surrounding Attractions:
If you plan to spend additional time in the Auburn area before or after your river trip, it is rich in outdoor recreational opportunities and Gold Rush era historical sites. Contact the Auburn Area Visitors and Convention Bureau at (530) 885-5616 or (800) 433-7575 for complete details. If you would like to absorb even more Gold Rush history than is found in Auburn, traveling north or south on Hwy 49 will take you through interesting historical towns and beautiful Sierra Foothills scenery.
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