White Water Rafting Near San Jose/Bay Area

Whitewater rafting trips near the Bay Area, are closer then you think. The American River offers numerous options for a wide variety of thrill seeking rafters. Class IV+ thrilling rapids to more mild rafting options for those individuals who are timid of the water or do not know how to swim, the American River has it all.

Family getaways, corporate outings, or just want a great day on the water with friends… You don’t have to travel far in order to experience a whitewater rafting trip near the Bay Area.


Whitewater rafting trips near San Jose/Bay Area

available all season long (March-November)

South Fork of the American

Perfect for families with kids and groups. Class III rapids allow for a fun and exciting trip with big splashes, big waves, and unintentional falling out of the boat for our guests. Multiple options to fit into your bust schedule with 1/2 day, full-day and overnight trips available.

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Middle Fork of the American

Guaranteed Class 4 whitewater rafting trips all summer long. Looking for a little more thrill on your whitewater rafting experience? The Middle Fork has both 1 and 2 day options for that perfect getaway and adrenaline rush everyone needs.

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Raft and Camp! Join us on a overnight trip, or combine any of our 2 rivers with camping at our riverside campground located in Lotus, CA, contact us for more info!


Additional options available during SPRING TIME only (April-June)

Springtime in California. Clean, free flowing water, wildflowers, spring sunshine warmth. It is whats makes California, California! The North Fork American and North Yuba River have the shortest season (April-June) but allows for Class 4+/Class 5 stretches of whitewater showcase what a whitewater rafting trip in California is all about.

North Yuba River

It’s pure MAGIC out there!

North Fork American River

A Class 4/4+ whitewater rafting trip, that HAS IT ALL!

Whitewater Rafting... we LOVE it

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Whitewater Rafting... we LOVE it 〰️