We offer many white water rafting trips located in the Gold Country. Trips are most popular & more available April-September, but trips are available year round. The Gold Country provides some of the best whitewater in the US. The Gold Country (aka Mother Lode country) is located on the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada foothill. Historic Highway 49 meanders through the historic Gold Rush towns of Placerville, Coloma, Auburn, Nevada City & Downieville, just to name a few.
Kids ages 4+ are welcome to participate in a rafting trip. There are several levels of whitewater excitement to be had and we offer all options from mellow to extreme. Class 2, 3, 4 & 5 rapids are suitable for certain ages & abilities.
Whitewater rafting trips in the Gold Country can be combined with other many other activities to make a great get away for many occasions. Come join us for a 1/2 day or spend 3 or more days camping and rafting with all meals provided. We will even set your tent up for you. The area information page for each of the rivers provides links to visitor information for accommodations, camping, wineries, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, restaurants and other places of interest.
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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