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North Lake Tahoe

North Lake Tahoe: Round Out Your Rafting Getaway

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.

Go with the flow - South Fork American

Discover the South Fork American River Beyond the Rapids

What do you know about the South Fork American River beyond the rapids? Discover where the river’s water originates, where it flows after the whitewater, and the experiences it offers along the way.

AO Guide Team

Resilience in Rafting: The Last 10 Years on California Rivers

From fire, to high water, to a global pandemic – All-Outdoors has faced it all. We believe that every challenge is a lesson learned. Here’s some of what we have learned over the past decade.

Lumsden Falls - Tuolumne River

River Moves and Scenarios – A Rafting Glossary

Wrap, surf, dumptruck… These everyday terms can mean something quite different to a whitewater rafter. Find out why, and learn about some more river moves and scenarios.

South Fork - Middle Fork American Comparison

South & Middle Fork American River – Watch Side-by-Side

The two most popular destinations for white water rafting in California: a side-by-side comparison of the South Fork and the Middle Fork of the American River. Which river will you choose?

ruck-a-chucky falls middle fork american

What in the World Is Ruck-a-Chucky?

Apart from the fact that it’s pretty fun to pronounce, what actually is Ruck-a-Chucky? Let’s explore all the different namesakes on and around the Middle Fork American River.

Top 5 Rapids on Cherry Creek

Ride Along: Top 5 Rapids on Cherry Creek (Upper Tuolumne River)

The incomparable Upper Tuolumne River, more commonly known as Cherry Creek, boasts more than 20 unforgettable Class 4 & 5 rapids. Let’s look at the top five that made our list.

Discover the Tuolumne River

Discover the Tuolumne River Beyond the Rapids

The whitewater community recognizes the Tuolumne as California’s premier river rafting destination. But do you know much about where the river you rafted on originates and where it continues past the take-out spot? Let’s find out!

South Lake Tahoe

Explore South Lake Tahoe After Your Summer 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!

Fly Fishing - Middle Fork American River

Discover the Middle Fork of the American River Beyond the Rapids

Have you ever wondered what lies above and/or below the whitewater section of the river you’re rafting? Are there other adventure opportunities beyond rafting? Let’s look at the Middle Fork of the American River watershed.

 

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