Whitewater River Rafting Trips near Lake Tahoe, CA

Drive about two hours west from Lake Tahoe, CA and you'll be into 4 of California's best whitewater rafting rivers.

The South Fork American (Easy Section Only) features gentle, easy rapids for young families and apprehensive adults.
The South Fork American River is the most popular whitewater river in California with great rapids and beautiful scenery. Fun for everyone.
The Middle Fork American River flows through a 2000-foot deep wilderness canyon and has a taste of Class IV (intermediate) rafting.
The North Fork American River is perfect for intermediate-advanced rafters.

See a map showing all 10 of our California Rivers with more information about each:

"Thanks to Roger we had a fabulous time! He made sure we were safe, kept warm and had fun even in the rain! We were paired with a fun couple and a sweet grandmother and her grandson for about a 6.5 hour rafting tour down the South Fork of the American river. We had such a great time we didn't even notice our rafting trip was over! Another great highlight in our October Lake Tahoe vacation! Definitely something to remember! We will be returning hopefully in the rain again! Thanks All Outdoors!"

-PK A from Chino Hills, CA

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Whitewater River Rafting Trips near
Lake Tahoe, CA

Drive about two hours west from Lake Tahoe, CA and you'll be into 4 of California's best whitewater rafting rivers.

Highly Recommended with Great Reviews

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