El Dorado County is home to some of the finest wineries in California. These wine makers have earned a national reputation for numerous varietals, and it is this quality that has inspired Adventure Connection to offer Red Wine – Whitewater River trips this year. They are the ONLY professional river outfitter in California to do so, and welcome your exploring and experiencing the best that their community has to offer!
Adventure Connection rates the South Fork of the American River as the best river in California for both first-time and more experienced rafters. As the premier dam-controlled river in California, the South Fork is a consistent Class III intermediate whitewater river, and it has become the most popular vacation for individuals, families, groups of friends and company recreation trips. Because of its abundant dam-controlled releases it is available daily from April through September. The river offers a wide range of adventures, with over 50 exciting rapids interspersed with calm, slower stretches where you can enjoy the beautiful canyon scenery and each other's company.
The South Fork's many whitewater rapids are perfect for learning and practicing the paddle skills of whitewater rafting. Each 13 or 14-foot self-bailing raft usually has a crew of four to seven paddlers, and an experienced guide at the back of the boat who steers the raft and instructs the crew in basic paddle strokes, in order to power the raft through the rapids as a team. Under the paddle captain's guidance, set up for each approaching rapid, paddle hard to make it through safely, and sit back to laugh and relax with each successful, wet run of an exciting rapid.
Melting snow from the High Sierras creates this 21-mile whitewater river in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada near Coloma on Highway 49, one hour east of Sacramento. The water is clear and cool; the air is clean and warm - the perfect setting for a fun, exciting adventure. The river environment is home to a multitude of fish, birds, and other wildlife. The scenery alternates between rolling green and golden hills and long rocky gorges with many oaks and pines along the riverbank.
Trip Details
Duration
2 Days
Location
American River
Season
Mid-April through October
Trip Type
Paddle
Nearest City
Coloma, Central California
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
California, United States
Rated Classes
III
Minimum Age Limit
21
Distance Traveled
21 Miles
Rates
$289.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
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Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Your trip includes camping at the South Fork camp the night prior to your trip. You may come into camp anytime after 5:00pm, set up your campsite, and enjoy the evening. You may wish to eat before reaching camp as dinner is not included the first evening.
Day 2: The next morning your trip begins with breakfast and check-in at 8:00am. You will not need to pack your camping gear as you return to this same camp at the end of the day.
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