Truckee River
Truckee, CA /
Level: Beginner to Intermediate /
Class 2-3+
- Minimum Age: 7+
- Trip Length: 7 miles, ½ day
- Season: May-September
- Elevation: 5528 Ft
- Trip Pricing: Starting at $89
The Boca and Verdi sections of the Truckee River heads east from Truckee towards Reno. The river travels from the higher elevation pine forests and flows into the High Sierra desert, with cottonwoods lining the banks.
Truckee River rafting trips are often available when the raft rentals (in Tahoe City) are closed (due to high or low water coming ONLY out of Lake Tahoe). Several reservoirs and lakes (Boca, Donner and Stampede) supply the summer water on these sections of river, not just Lake Tahoe. Be sure to call us if in doubt, as unfortunately some seasonal hotel workers are not always so well informed.
RESERVATIONS ARE ALWAYS REQUIRED on this popular trip, so please book well in advance. During peak season and particularly around July 4th, the afternoon trips can fill up weeks in advance. Space is limited.
Reserve well in advance for and Holidays and Saturday afternoon trips – don’t miss out !
This is NOT the raft rentals out of Tahoe City, which is often not open when we ARE running.
There are also some sections of Truckee River suitable for self guided floats at certain times in the summer.
There are also some sections of Truckee River suitable for self guided floats at certain times in the summer.
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.
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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