The South Fork American River is the most popular rafting river in the western U.S., so take this tour to find out why! Coursing through historic California Gold Country, a professional and entertaining guide will introduce you to the many fascinating and thrilling features this river has to offer. This is an ideal half-day excursion for adventurers of all ages and skill levels.
Itinerary
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Stop At: American River, California
Your half-day trip will meet at River Park Resort in Lotus at 9:00AM. Please arrive dressed in your river attire (shorts, swimsuit, t-shirt and sandals). It's recommended that you eat prior to checking in. Your guide will inform you of what to bring on the trip and will fit you in your life jacket and other river gear. Then a safety talk is given and paddle instruction will be demonstrated so first-timers will feel comfortable prior to launch.
This trip starts with a nice warm-up section so your guide can rehearse the simple paddle commands that will be given throughout the day. Then you will run through the famous upper "Chili Bar" whitewater section of the South Fork American River, regarded by many as the best rafting in the west. Big waves and long continuous rapids will surely get you soaking wet for the time of your life! The 6-mile section of rapids ends at Marshall Gold State Park where gold was discovered by James Marshall in 1848 The trip ends back at River Park Resort.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Beyond Limits Adventures, 7321 River Park Dr, Lotus, CA 95651
Your half-day trip will meet at River Park Resort in Lotus at 10:00AM. Please arrive dressed in your river attire (shorts, swimsuit, t-shirt and sandals). It's recommended that you eat prior to checking in. Your guide will inform you of what to bring on the trip and will fit you in your life jacket and other river gear. Then a safety talk is given and paddle instruction will be demonstrated so first-timers will feel comfortable prior to launch.
Duration: 3 hours
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Departure Dates:
Departure Point:
7321 River Park Dr, Lotus, CA 95651, USA
Departure Time:
1:00 PM
Duration:
3 hours
Return Details:
Returns to original departure point
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