Lower Klamath River - 3 Day Rafting Trip
starting at
$699
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 Indian 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.
There is no actual address, but the closest we have found is: 64340 CA-96, Happy Camp, CA 96039
Tributary Whitewater Tours has been running white water rafting trips in Northern California & beyond since 1978. The company was originally founded by Dan Buckley, an integral player in the development of white water rafting in California. Dan Buckley’s love to share the excitement, wonder, and natural beauty that rivers have to offer with others lives on with the current owner, Jeremiah Copper.
Tributary continues to be an industry leader in the west coast rafting industry. We offer more rivers than any other outfitter, giving us the ability to accommodate younger kids down to ages 4 (thru our own experience as parents). Our team is one a kind, and everyone in our staff, from guides, to drivers, to the folks answering the phones – we all have a passion for what we do.
The rivers call to us for different reasons, be that extreme white water, fishing, enjoying nature or just experiencing new things & places. There is magic in every river trip. For some, you may first see a bald eagle in flight for the first time, or maybe conquer your first Class 5 rapid. We are here to help you choose your perfect adventure, for any excitement level.
