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We offer more white water rafting trips and experiences in California than any other outfitter and harness over 40 years of rafting experience on the American River, Truckee River, Yuba River, Trinity River, Klamath River & more!

Join us on one of our spectacular white water rafting adventures & we will show you the magic the river has to offer!

AMERICAN RIVER RAFTING TRIPS

Join us for a premier American River white water rafting adventure! The South, Middle and North Forks of the American River offer a wide variety of rafting options for all ages and skill levels. We have something for everyone including large groups! Camping is also available at our private South Fork American River Campground in Lotus, CA.

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Family Rafting Trips

As one of the first California rafting companies to offer a special series of family rafting experiences, these trips are designed to bring the whole family together on the river! These trips feature time together in the outdoors, sharing the thrills of the river, meals, campfires, and sleeping out under the stars.

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Group Rafting Trips

Whitewater rafting trips are the perfect medium for building teamwork and camaraderie for you and your group. Working with our team of highly trained guides, or even in conjunction with your own facilitator, we can help you develop a trip custom tailored to fit your needs, while rafting the best rapids in California.

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Wine Tasting & Rafting Overnight

El Dorado County is home to some of the finest wineries in California. These wine makers have earned a national reputation for numerous varieties. This helped inspire Raft California to be the first and only professional outfitter in to offer 2 day camping trip with Wine tasting on the first day, and Whitewater rafting on the American River on the second day! This is truly a luxurious adventure.

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Lotus, CA

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Medium Spice: Intermediate (Class III)

South Fork American River - 2 Day Rafting Trip

Camping, Rafting & Meals included!
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Lotus, CA

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Medium Spice: Intermediate (Class III)

South Fork American River – ½ Day PM Gorge Rafting Trip

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OVER 35 YEARS OF CALIFORNIA RAFTING EXPERIENCE

Raft California is a collaboration of some of the original white water rafting companies in California. Our company is a combination of some legendary white water outfitters and boaters. Originally 3 different companies; Adventure Connection, Tributary Whitewater Tours and Mariah Wilderness Expeditions, we are committed to providing amazing experiences, family vacations, team building events, bachelor/bachelorette party celebrations, reunions and special events.

CHOOSE FROM OUR EVER GROWING LIST OF RIVERS!

OVER 12 RIVERS TO CHOOSE FROM — From 1/2 day trips to mulit-day wilderness adventures we have a river rafting trip for you! We have California white water rafting trips perfect for all ages (4+) as well as large groups, and adrenaline junkies!

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CALIFORNIA RIVER RAFTING NEAR ME

Wondering “where is the closest white water rafting near me?” Here are our California Rafting Location Guides to help!

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About Raft California

With over 25 years of running the highest quality rafting trips and river tours, Raft California invites you to join us on one of our spectacular rafting adventures!

We have whitewater rafting trips on over 12 rivers in Northern California, Oregon, and into Nevada! Rivers include the South Fork American, Middle Fork American, North Fork American, North Yuba, Truckee, Tuolumne, Kaweah and more!.

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6500 State Highway 49
Lotus, CA 95651
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RAFTING NEWS

Rafting Trips Available September 2020

September 7, 2020 No Comments

There’s still time to go rafting! Join us for a whitewater rafting trip on the Klamath, American or Truckee Rivers! Many trips still running in

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$10 off Lower Middle Fork American River trip Tuesday August 25

August 23, 2020 No Comments

Lower Middle Fork American River – Class 2 | Perfect for kids 4+ This is a Class 2 Rafting Trip suitable for Ages 4+! Click

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Middle Fork American River | $50 off 2 day trip Sat-Sun August 29-30

August 23, 2020 No Comments

Middle Fork American River – Class 4 Whitewater Rafting! This is a Class 4 Rafting Trip suitable for Ages 14+! Click here for more information

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