The Best California Multi-Day Rafting Trip
The West is home to some of the most renowned whitewater rafting experiences in North America, and California’s most notable member of this league of legends – the treasured Tuolumne River.
Ride Along: Top 5 Rapids on the Tuolumne River
The Wild and Scenic Tuolumne River features awe-inspiring scenery, heart-pounding Class 4+ rapids, captivating side hikes, and pristine beaches. Get ready as we unveil the top 5 rapids that make the Tuolumne an unrivaled rafting experience.
Hiking near the South Fork of the American River
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.
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!
Gator – River Guide
Gator is a Class IV river guide, working for AO since 2019. He is a skilled kite-boarder and skier on his days off. While he can’t pick a favorite California river, he points to the sense of community within the company as his true favorite reason to raft until he can’t anymore.
See the South Fork American at Higher Flows – An Old Favorite, A New Experience
“Maybe you’ve rafted the South Fork before, but this year it’s different. Give it a shot!” Listen to some feedback from our guests about their rafting experience on a familiar river running at not-so-familiar flows.
After the Rapids – Hiking near Yosemite
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.
Rowan – River Guide
Rowan has been guiding on California rivers since 2016. He thrives in the varied day-to-day lifestyle of a river guide. Rowan loves working with kids, both on the water and on the ski slopes. He recently co-founded a new business and is eager to keep growing.
Ride Along: Top 5 Rapids on the Kaweah River
Nestled just outside of Sequoia National Park, the Kaweah River is a must-visit for all adventure seekers. With a thrilling combination of Class IV rapids and lush scenery, this river is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Whitewater Rafting Paddle Commands – Watch and Learn
Get educated about the most common whitewater rafting paddle commands you can expect to hear on your next river trip, and find out how to properly execute them in this helpful video.
