The All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting Blog

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.

Mathilda has been guiding for All-Outdoors on the American River since 2021. She plays many roles within the AO family and prides herself on her versatility. In the off season you can find her on a surfboard, or traveling the North and South American continents.

Don’t quite know what to expect on an overnight rafting trip? Come along as we follow a returning guest on a 2-Day Middle Fork adventure and see what the river, camp life, and remote canyon have to offer.

There is a lot more to a raft guide’s job than taking folks down the river every day. Come along as we follow seasoned raft guide Mathilda on a trip down the South Fork of the American River.

When it comes to whitewater rafting, one common question that arises often is whether swimming skills are a prerequisite. Let’s look into why and under what conditions even non-swimmers can participate in this exhilarating water sport.

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.

Skye is a second generation river guide who joined All-Outdoors in 2017. She is a skilled Class IV+ guide, a talented artist, and avid kayaker. She loves the power of connection that rivers offer and is always eager to create a sense of camaraderie with guests.

One of the best wilderness rafting rivers in California, the Middle Fork of the American features world-famous Class 3 and 4 rapids inside a remote 2000-foot deep canyon. Come along, as we explore the top 5 rapids…

CBS News reporter Wilson Walker joined us recently on the Tuolumne River to document the current epic rafting conditions. Read the article and watch the video here!

Garrett is a second generation All-Outdoors guide and a gold country native. He is one of our core Cherry Creek guides as well as a guide school, swift water rescue, and wilderness first aid instructor. He is always searching for more to learn and new challenging experiences.