Tributary Whitewater Launches Immersive Google Street View River Adventures

We’re absolutely thrilled to announce a groundbreaking new way for you to get a taste of whitewater rafting on some of the West’s most iconic rivers!

We’ve partnered with the folks at Trailview Studios to bring you Google Street View 360 footage showcasing the breathtaking beauty and rapids of the Middle Fork American River, the ever-popular South Fork American River (Chili Bar section), the stunning Truckee River (near Lake Tahoe), and the legendary Rogue River.

This immersive experience, captured using specialized 360-degree cameras mounted directly on our rafts by the crew at Trailview Studios, allows you to virtually navigate these world-renowned waterways. Virtually paddle through iconic rapids, soak in the stunning scenery, and getting a feel for the thrill of whitewater rafting, all from your home.

Take a Virtual Paddle With Us:

Middle Fork American River Rafting:

• Viewers can virtually navigate challenging Class IV rapids like “Tunnel Chute,” “Kanaka Falls,” and “Chunder,” experiencing the river’s dynamic and powerful flow.
• Or View via YouTube 360:
  • Tunnel Chute
  • Kanaka Falls
  • Chunder
• The footage beautifully showcases the stunning wilderness scenery that surrounds this remote and adventurous river section.

South Fork American River (Chili Bar Section):

• Experience the fun and splashy Class III rapids that make this section popular, including “Meat Grinder,” “Triple Threat,” and “Troublemaker.”
• Or View via YouTube 360:
  • Meat Grinder
  • Triple Threat
  • Troublemaker
• The footage highlights the accessibility and family-friendly nature of this beloved section.

Truckee River (Near Lake Tahoe):

• Virtually navigate popular sections with Class II and III rapids, including “Dance Hall“, “Pinball” and “Jaws,” providing a taste of the river’s accessible and enjoyable whitewater.
• Or View via YouTube 360:
  • Pinball
• View the scenic beauty and exhilarating rapids of the Truckee River, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and stunning mountain backdrop.

Rogue River:

• Explore the lush green scenic beauty and varied rapids of this river trip, including “Rainie Falls,” “Blossom Bar,” and “Mule Creek Canyon.”
• Or View via YouTube 360:
  • Blossom Bar
  • Wildcat
• Viewers can get a real sense of the immersive multi-day river experience and the incredible wilderness that surrounds the river.

Enhancing the Experience with Virtual Tours:

To further bring these river experiences to life, Tributary and Trailview also captured a series of virtual tours, offering a firsthand look at key locations and activities along these rivers:

Get a feel for the overnight experience on the Rogue River at Whiskey Creek Campground and Big Windy Creek Campground.

Discover the stunning surroundings of the Middle Fork American River with virtual tours of the Dardanelles Creek hike and Ruck-a-chucky Falls Portage.

See the starting point of your South Fork American River adventure with a virtual tour of the Nugget Campground put-in area.

Get a taste of the Truckee River rafting trip with the Boca Dam put-in virtual tour.

We invite you to explore these incredible virtual experiences and learn more about our full list of river tours.