A rafting trip doesn’t have to be the entire vacation to become the highlight of it. Many of California’s best river trips are close to scenic mountain towns, hiking trails, swimming spots, and classic summer road trip destinations, making it easy to build a few extra days of adventure around your time on the river. Here are a few of our favorite places and activities to pair with your rafting trip.
Known as the “Jewel of the Sierra,” and conveniently just an hour's drive from your rafting trip on the American River, Lake Tahoe makes for a stunning addition to your whitewater adventure. Check out our recommendations!
The South Fork of the American River valley has more to offer besides whitewater rafting: it is full of hiking trails, swimming holes, and amazing views. Check out a few of our favorite trails to explore before or after your trip.
Auburn is the perfect and convenient place to stop after rafting any of the three forks of the American river. Join us as we explore this mountain city, and check out our top recommendations!
A drive up I-80 from any of the three forks of the American River will land you in a hub of Northern California recreation opportunities: North Lake Tahoe! See what makes it the perfect add-on to your rafting trip.
Planning a family vacation can be stressful, but you’re off to a great start by booking a whitewater rafting trip with us. Let us help even more with these family friendly tips of what to do before or after the rapids.
Combine your American River rafting trip with a visit to the nearby Apple Hill orchards and wineries sitting just above the river canyon. We’ll show you how.
There is much more adventure to be had along the American River than rafting. Whether you rafted the North Fork or Middle Fork of the American River, take a look at these awesome local hiking trails.
The American River Trail spans from Old Town Sacramento all the way to our little South Fork American River valley. The newest section of this trail brings you up close and personal with one of our favorite Class 3 rapids! Can you guess which one it is?
With Tuolumne River’s close proximity to Yosemite National Park, it is a no-brainer to take advantage of these two natural wonders and combine rafting & hiking into one amazing Yosemite getaway. We’ll show you how.
Pair a visit to Yosemite National Park with rafting on the Merced River! Spend some time in the park admiring the rocky features and the waterfalls and then ride on the very same whitewater just outside of the park.
A rafting trip on the North Stan is a guide and guest favorite every spring. If you get the chance to raft this hidden gem be sure to explore the areas well! Here are some of our local favorites.
There is no shortage of opportunities to play after your rafting trip on the Tuolumne or Merced rivers. As an alternative to visiting the nearby Yosemite National Park proper, check out our suggestions of hiking trails located just outside of the park.
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