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South Fork American 1/2 Day PM Gorge Run

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North Fork American River is a GO this Spring

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RAFTING NEAR:

Yosemite

Whitewater rafting trips near Yosemite National Park are available from April to September. Our river trips are located within 2-3 hours of Yosemite.

  • Trips for kids ages 4+ are available on the Lower Middle Fork American River and the South Fork American River.
  • For beginner/intermediate trips the American River is reliable for rafting all summer and the East Fork Carson trips are only offered in the spring.
  • For those looking for a trill the Middle Fork American River provides all summer long action and in the spring the North Fork American near Sacramento and Kaweah River near Sequoia National Park are great.

Planning a rafting trip near Yosemite:

Yosemite is a popular vacation destination for travelers coming from near and far. There are no rafting trips directly within Yosemite, but many options nearby. A scenic drive towards Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, and Sequoia will bring to one of our rafting locations.

River Rafting Near Yosemite

South Fork American River

COLOMA, CA
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Tuolumne River

GROVELAND, CA
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East Carson

MARKLEEVILLE, CA
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LOCAL LODGING PARTNERS
  • Groveland Hotel: (209) 962-4000 or (800) 273-3314
  • Hotel Charlotte: (209) 962-6455
  • All Seasons Groveland Inn: (800) 595-9993
  • Yosemite Rose: (866) 962-6548

For Vacation rentals in Truckee, CA and other Lake Tahoe Locations check with Vacasa Rentals first!

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Tributary Whitewater
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We launch trips on many different rivers in California, Oregon and Idaho. For questions give our main office a call – we would love to talk with you about our trips and rivers.

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Our vision is to create a sustainable and equitable reality where our rivers are enjoyed and protected, a place where families and friends can be inspired and challenged.

Tributary Whitewater Tours has been running rivers since we were first founded in 1978. Since we opened 40+ years ago we have expanded to include Adventure Connection, Mariah Wilderness Expeditions, High Desert River Outfitters, Canyon Outfitters and are the parent company of Raft California and Raft Oregon. While some things have changed over the years, Tributary remains a family-run small business with the same passion for the river and the mission of leading others to experience it.

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Tributary Whitewater Tours is a permitted outfitter under the National Forest Service, the CA Dept. of Parks & Recreation, Nevada County, El Dorado County and Bureau of Land Management. Tributary Whitewater Tours is an Equal Opportunity Service Provider.