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Great for beginners, intermediate and return rafters! Kids welcome ages 7+ for Class 3 and 4+ for the short Class 2 section. 1/2, 1 and 2 day trip options available from April-September. South Fork American River rafting trips.
Class 2-3+ rapids on the South Fork American River. This is the most popular rafting destination in all of California! Great for first timers, kids and groups!
Barking Dog Rapid
Class 2 whitewater rapid Barking dog on the South Fork American River.
For adventurous first timers and return rafters! All participants must swim, kids ages 13+ (no exceptions!).
Middle Fork American River rafting trip options. The Middle Fork American River in the Auburn State Recreation Area. 18 miles of Class 2-4 whitewater. This rafting trip is suitable for adventurous first timers and return rafters. All participants must swim and min. age for kids is 13. Combo this trip with South Fork American River for a 2-4 day rafting trip – camping and meals included.
A photo reel of the Class IV Tunnel Chute Rapid on the Middle Fork American River. Dam controlled river flows permit whitewater rafting trips on this fun yet challenging rafting trip. The river flows through the Auburn State Recreation Park offering a wilderness setting with amazing views, wildlife, waterfalls and more!
Perfect for all abilities and ages (7+)! Closest rafting to Lake Tahoe.
Truckee River rafting trip options. 1/2 day Class 2-3+ Whitewater rafting trip! A great run for beginners and return rafters. Suitable for kids ages 7+ and non-swimmers. Closest rafting to Lake Tahoe and Reno! Season runs from April to September.
Amazing spring trips for adventurous first timers and return rafters!! Spring only trip.
North Yuba River rafting trip options. Spring Rafting Trip! Majestic scenery with challenging Class 4 and 5 rapids, 1 day and overnight trips available. There are several runs on the Yuba River – Maytag, Moss Canyon, Rossasco Ravine, and a Wilderness Run ending in Bullards Bar. We have a private camp amid the tall pines for overnight trips. This is a great trip for Bachelor Parties and groups looking for a secluded camp.
Best for adventurous return rafting. Fun and action packed! Meet us at Crooked Lane Brewery. Available in the Spring only. Learn more about river rafting on the North Fork American River.
A challenging Class 4 spring run in the Gold Country. The North Fork American River is for adventurous paddlers, There are many large drops and boulder slaloms on this river which is not for beginners. Come and raft this section of river with Tributary Whitewater Tours and experience Chamberlain Falls, Bogus Thunder and more! Trips meet in Auburn, CA near Sacramento and Lake Tahoe.
This Upper Klamath River river keeps you awash in a tumultuous sea of bubbles almost constantly.
The Deschutes River is rated intermediate, with many Class III rapids and potentially Class III+ rapids depending on water levels. It’s accessible for beginners and non-swimmers and exciting enough to keep seasoned rafters on their toes. It is a great option for non swimmers, young families, and whitewater rafters who want to try a multi-day trip.
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.
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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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