Ride Along: Top 5 Rapids on Cherry Creek (Upper Tuolumne River)
The incomparable Upper Tuolumne River, more commonly known as Cherry Creek, is the creme de la creme of Advanced Class 5 rafting. A stone’s throw from the majestic Yosemite National Park, this is the most challenging commercially run river in the entire US. Cherry Creek / Upper Tuolumne boasts more than 20 Class 4 & 5 rapids that would top the list of any river, so it’s nearly impossible to choose only 5, yet here they are:
Raft Cherry Creek!
This could be you! Nonstop action, technical rapids, and a remote canyon—if you’re looking for the ultimate challenge, this is it. Feel the rush, and take on California’s most intense whitewater.
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Jack Armstrong
Jack grew up 35 minutes from AO headquarters, and is the grandson of our founder, George. His education includes a film degree and art studies from Biola University, as well as lots of experience breaking camera gear outside. After graduating college, he started an outdoors/action sports focused production company and is largely responsible for our video, photo, and social media content. Jack’s favorite trip is the Cal-Salmon, because of the river’s awe-inspiring beauty and the sweet rapids. When he’s not rafting or playing with cameras, Jack can be found skiing, surfing, visiting art galleries, or eating tacos.
