When rafting on the Lower Klamath River you will enjoy its large sandy beaches, its warm waters and the opportunity for a side hike through the rain forest setting of Ukonom Creek. There are also many fun white water rapids with the biggest being Kanaka Falls (or Rattlesnake), and the Class 3+ Dragon’s Tooth. There is the option of walking younger children around some rapids.
Lower Klamath River rafting trips are also known for great fishing (steelhead & salmon), and abundant wildlife. You might spot heron, osprey, eagles, black bear, deer, beaver, raccoon and otters. It is the legendary home to Sasquatch, and it’s not hard to imagine “Big Foot” hidden in the majestic forests along the river.
The Klamath River runs 148 miles from below Iron gate dam to its confluence with the Trinity River and is California’s third longest river. It is one of the few California rivers that offer continuous trips longer than 2 days. It passes through the Klamath National Forest, and borders the Siskiyou mountains and the Marble Mountain Wilderness.
The Karuk Native American tribe inhabits much of the river typically traveled by these trips. Traditional ceremonies are conducted at various locations and times on the sacred banks (“Inaam”) of the Klamath River. Out of respect for the tribe, camping and stopping is occasionally prohibited in certain areas.
Tributary Whitewater Tours (raftcalifornia.com) operates under permit from the Klamath National Forest and is an equal opportunity service provider.
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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