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North Fork American River Whitewater Rafting TripCalifornia Whitewater Spring Rafting Class 3-5 (1 & 2 Day Trips)When: April 17 - THRU JULY (call for details on how long the river will have good flows for 2011) The North Fork American River, located an easy drive from San Francisco, Reno, or Tahoe, is the ideal one-day Spring run for those with previous rafting experience. South Fork and Middle Fork veterans desiring more challenging whitewater won't want to miss the North Fork American this year. The North Fork American features almost continuous technical whitewater rapids. You'll slalom through Chamberlain Falls, Bogus Thunder, Staircase, and many more. While a hearty deli lunch is served along the river, you can enjoy the spring wildflower display, lush foliage, and abundant wildlife. The last few miles of your adventure offer a slower pace allowing you to catch your breath, relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the canyon.
Continental breakfast available for those camping in Coloma for $5.50 each. All North Fork American River trips: Auburn meeting spot the morning of your trip is available off Hwy. 80 by prior arrangement! Please inquire. Or you can camp for FREE in Coloma the night before with FREE use of rental tents and thick foam sleeping pads. It's your choice! The North Fork American River is NOT dam controlled so it is runable only in April, May, and early June (in years with above-average snow pack). A 7% Government Land & River Use Fee is added to all trip prices.
APRIL & MAY WHITEWATER RAFTING
The North Fork American River, located an easy drive from San Francisco, Reno, or Tahoe is the ideal one day spring run for those with previous rafting experience or first timers who want to go for the gusto on their first rafting trip. Featuring almost continuous technical whitewater rapids, youll slalom through Chamberlain Falls, Bogus Thunder, Staircase, and many more. While a hearty deli lunch is served along the river you can enjoy the spring wildflower display, lush foliage, and abundant wildlife. The last few miles of your adventure offer a slower pace allowing you to catch your breath, relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the canyon. Safety Kayak or Hyside Safety Paddle Cat on all trips when needed. For the most excitement and fun, we still have midweek and weekend raft trips available on the Class V North Fork American through the end of May and possibly into June. Groups of 8 or more can raft anytime, and smaller and single bookings can join one of our existing midweek or weekend trips. Please call for availability: 800-825-3205
This two day celebration of high water action is our most popular springtime run. On the first day well raft the South Fork which is truly spectacular at high water flows. The second day we journey to the Class V North Fork for rapids that are even more challenging. Join us for two fun-filled days of whitewater adventures youll long remember. (Trip may be run in reverse order, i.e., North Fork on day one.) All North Fork trips include: Free rental of wetsuit, paddle jacket and booties, one night's free camping for 1-day trips, and free rental of 4-person tents.
Raft the Middle Fork one day and the North Fork the next for two intense days of Class IV/V action. May and possibly into June. (Trip may be run in reverse order, i.e., North Fork on day one.)
The Super Combo is the best Spring trip we offer with LOTS of river time, fun and action. Raft two exciting rapid-filled days with your friends on the North Fork the first day, then the whole river run of the South Fork on the next day. That's 30 or 32 total river miles of thrilling whitewater. By FAR the most bang for your BUCK. (Trip may be run in reverse order, i.e., South Fork on day one.) NOTE: On all North Fork trips prior Class III experience is recommended and you must be in good physical shape. Wetsuit, paddle jackets and booties are required and rentals are provided free of charge.
Available on Saturday: Add $45/Adult & $40/Youth to the One-Day Trip. (2 nights camping & 3 additional meals.)
For two day trips, you can arrive at the campground the night before your trip anytime after 5:00 PM. Our greeter will be there to welcome you from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. (Until 1:00 AM on Fridays). After 10:00 PM look for the signs directing you to your camping area. For one day trips, if not camping, American Whitewater's Reservations staff will advise your party of their North Fork arrival times at camp or the Auburn departure point. Please confirm all arrival times with the Reservations Staff. Breakfast can be added for those camping. Please inquire about alternate Auburn meeting place at 8:00 AM, off Hwy 80, * Trip length is dependent on water level. Visit our Stream flow data page for more information. NOTE:
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