Middle Fork’s Chunder Rapid Side-by-Side
Two rafts, two different guides and paddling crews, but the execution – carbon copy flawless!
The Art of Running a Class V Rapid
Enjoy this slow motion video of a clean run through Lewis’ Leap, Cherry Creek’s 15th and final Class V rapid. The trip is far from over though as more action awaits downstream.
Side Hikes Complete Your Rafting Trip!
Multi-day wilderness river trips offer so much more than just a couple of days of rafting. Besides a more relaxing pace on the water, we get to explore the river surroundings – such as this cool slot canyon on our Dardanelles Creek hike (Middle Fork American)
Wilderness Camp Vibes on the Middle Fork American
Middle Fork guests connect with nature and those close to them by getting away on an overnight wilderness rafting trip, just a few hours from the San Francisco Bay Area. Complete with riverside camp and delicious meals to boot!
The Reconnecting Power of Rafting and Rivers – Watch the Story
“As a mother and daughter activity…you have fun and excitement, and it’s healthy and good for your heart and soul…we plan to do it every year together!”
Watch & Experience the Tom Sawyer Float: The Perfect River Trip for Younger Kids
The Easy Section of the South Fork of the American River is the ideal river trip for families with kids aged 5 to 7 years old. The gentle Class I-II rapids and the relaxing pools in between are fun for all.
Screaming Down Tunnel Chute Rapid on 5/28
The Class IV+ Tunnel Chute Rapid and the 90-foot river tunnel that follows are the most famous features on the Middle Fork of the American River. This group sure looked like they had a blast on their whitewater rafting trip over the Memorial Day weekend.
Riding the Merced River Wave Train on May 22
Blue skies above, refreshingly cool water splashing around and friends to share in the fun. It looks like this group had a great time whitewater rafting on the Merced River this past weekend!
What to Wear for Spring Rafting in California – A Visual Guide
Our expert tips on what to wear for spring rafting in California will help you gear up for your next spring river trip so you can enjoy this excellent time to raft to the fullest— and in style!
California Salmon Raft Flip – Watch the Action
Watch this multi-camera video of a raft flip on a Class V rapid during a guide training trip on the Cal Salmon. Then read a personal account of how it all happened from inside the raft – before, during and after the flip.
