White Water Rafting Levels / Classes Explained – A Visual Guide
The river classification system is based on an International Scale of River Difficulty and ranges from Class 1 to Class 6 rapids. Let’s look at the different white water rafting levels!
Fall Rafting in California: 3 Rapids You Need to See
Take a ride through three of California’s most iconic rapids of the fall rafting season: Satan’s Cesspool on the South Fork American, Tunnel Chute on the Middle Fork American, and Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride on Goodwin Canyon.
Tuolumne River: Chasing Rapids and Good Times
Hop on the bus and head deep into the wild Tuolumne River canyon. Tackle powerful rapids, leap into crystal-clear pools, and share moments together in this remote slice of California wilderness near Yosemite National Park.
South Fork’s Hospital Bar Rapid: No Escaping the Splash Zone
Every seat on the raft is the splash zone through South Fork’s Hospital Bar Rapid! Blue skies, warm sunshine, big splashes, and an intrepid crew powering through to a paddle high-five finish. Want your own epic run through this Class 3 rapid? Book your trip today and make it happen!
Cherry Creek: California’s Class 5 Powerhouse
The Cherry Creek / Upper Tuolumne season is well underway, and it’s pretty darn awesome. California’s most advanced whitewater run is only available for a short window each year – and it’s living up to its reputation.
Waltzing Through Whitewater on the Tuolumne
Dancing through the Tuolumne River’s iconic rapids has never looked (or sounded) quite like this. Set to the flowing elegance of Johann Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz, this short video pairs thundering whitewater with classical rhythm in a way that’s anything but traditional.
Becoming a River Guide, AO Style
They come for the adventure. They stay for the community. Watch what it looks like when the next generation of All-Outdoors rafting guides steps into the current
A Quick Splash of Spring Rafting Fun
From big splashes to paddle high-fives, here’s a quick hit of recent river action to catch you up on what’s been happening out there.
