Whitewater rafting is something not many people know how to do on their own, but this Middle Fork American River Whitewater Rafting Trip from Auburn allows you to float down a 17-mile stretch of the river without having to plan anything yourself. Ride class III and IV rapids down the river as you take in the California foothills. All equipment and lunch are provided, too.
- Hit class III and IV rapids safely with a guide during this rafting trip
- Stop riverside to eat lunch with an opportunity to go rock jumping
- All safety gear and equipment are provided for you
- Round-trip transport from Auburn included for a stress-free day
What To Expect
The Middle Fork of the American River is the one of the best summertime Class IV whitewater rafting trip in California. This trip meets at 8:15 AM in Auburn. A 45 minute van ride dead ends at Oxbow Reservoir where gear is distributed and the stoke begins. H2O hits your face early with Good Morning rapid. A warmup is immediately needed as the infamous Tunnel Chute rapid is just over a mile downstream. After five miles of good class 3/4 whitewater, the river settles down and provides opportunities for rock jumping, surfing, and ‘riding the bull’ as we float through the canyon towards a riverside lunch stop.
Following lunch the river complies with our need to digest and remains calm for a few more miles until arriving at Chunder Pond. From here the river changes drastically with rapids such as Chunder Falls, Parallel Parking, and Ski Jump bringing your adrenaline to a high again. A mandatory walk around Ruck-A-Chucky falls allows for a chance to watch your guides run their raft down a commercial class 6 waterfall. Your trip concludes at the old Greenwood Bridge site. Guests are returned to their vehicles around 4:00 PM.
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Include
Lunch
Snacks
Bottled water
All necessary safety gear as well as wetsuits and splash jackets if needed.
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Exclude
Max group – 7
