United States

Raft the American River

Raft and camp the South Fork of the American River - 2 days

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at the Campsite (Optional)

You've got the option to stay at the campsite the night before. It's a great way to meet the group and socialize. The campsite is 45 minutes from Sacramento - at 6500 State Highway 49, Lotus.

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Day 2: Full Day Of Rafting

Start the day off with a delicious breakfast at the campground. After being kitted up, your journey down the Great American River will start! You will pass incredible gorges and have fun paddling the rapids, before heading back to camp. In the evening you can relax with a group dinner and wine (included).

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Day 3: Rafting to Gold Discovery Park

An exciting start to the day with some of California's best rapids to play on. In the afternoon you will raft to the spot where gold was first first discovered in California! The day comes to an end with some gentle rapids, and then you're transported back to the campsite for 4pm.

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FAQs

Included:

  • Qualified rafting guide
  • All transport along the river
  • 2 nights camping
  • Food, wine and water
  • Rafting equipment

The trip excludes:

  • Tips for guides

Don't worry if you have never been in a raft before. You will be shown everything you need to know when you arrive.

The minimum age for this activity is 7.

Absolutely! We also put you in touch with the other rafters in a private Facebook group.

All rafting equipment is provided. You just need to bring your own camping equipment. This is available for rent if needed.

Yes, whether you are vegetarian, vegan or have allergies. Just let us know before you go.

No, you can leave anything you don't need in your vehicle. You will return back to your vehicle at the end of each day.

Absolutely! Just let us know before you go.

Our customer service team is great at going above and beyond to help you. Give us a call or drop us an email to info@skyhookadventure.com 

All trips on Skyhook are run by small, hand-picked local guiding companies. For this trip your guides run Raft California, based in Lotus.

By booking through Skyhook you'll be joining a small-group trip. This can make it nice and sociable (you'll be added to a group chat after booking), and guarantees great value for money!