2 Day Ropes Course & River Rafting Trip

South Fork American River

River Miles: 11 miles of rafting day 2
Trip Time: 9:00am day 1 - 2:00pm day 2
Ability: Non Swimmer
Meals: 5 included
Camping: 2 nights included
Min Age: 7

$349 Adult (14+)
$309 Kids

Call us if you have a group of 6+!

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TRIP OVERVIEW

Exclusive Ropes & Rafting trip only offered by Tributary Whitewater & Quarry Park Adventures.

Trip available for group bookings, inquiry by calling or emailing us.

Raft and explore the South Fork American River and Quarry Park Adventure all in one trip! Raft the Class III Gorge section of the river on day one and spend day two climbing and zipping around Quarry Park Adventures in Rocklin. Top it off with two days of camping at our private American River campground for the ultimate outdoor experience.

This is a custom trip experience available for groups of 6 or more people. Reach out to us and we will work with you to curate a trip that best accommodates your group.

The Quarry Park Adventures features more options to zip, soar & play with plenty of features including:

- Ariel Adventure
- Rock Climbing
- Free Fall
- Via Ferrata
- Zip Line
- Rappel

Water flows in the South Fork American River result from releases from hydroelectric facilities located upstream. Such water releases are not subject to the control of El Dorado County or rafting companies operating under Permits from the County of El Dorado.

HIGHLIGHTS

Great for youth groups, birthday parties, team building
Great vacation getaway from the Bay Area and Sacramento!
Camping at our American River Outpost

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Rafting on the Gorge Section of the South Fork American River

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Rafting big water on the South Fork American River with Tributary

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South Fork American River Rafting near Lake Tahoe

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South Fork American River Rafting with kids near Sacramento

Family Rafting & Vacation Fun on the South Fork American River

River Map

Trip Itinerary

Camping at our South Fork Campground is included with this trip. Arrive anytime between 4pm-8pm the night before your adventure begins.

Day 1: White Water Rafting

Coffee, Tea and other hot drinks in the morning after you awake to the sound of the river
Breakfast @ camp
Mid-Morning we will load a shuttle for a short ride up to the put in
Raft a few miles of Class II
Stop back at camp for lunch around noon
More rafting after lunch on the Class III Gorge section of the South Fork
Return to camp around 4:30PM
Appetizers, Dinner and riverside camaraderie
County mandated “Quiet Hours”. You are welcome to chat within your group, but please no loud partying within the hours of 10pm to 7am.

Day 2: Quarry Park Adventures

Breakfast @ camp
Depart camp for the Quarry Park guests drive personal vehicles & your guide from Day 1 will meet you there
2 hours of play at the park (each activity takes about 30-45 minutes)
Deli Lunch right there at the park prepared by your guide
2 more hours of ropes play
Fond farewells after 2 days of making new memories. You are welcome to enjoy the river at our private camp after your trip.

Traveling to the South Fork American River

Where To Stay

Camping

Tributary Campground – Lotus, CA
Many of our multi-day American River trips include camping at our private campground, located directly on the South Fork of the American River. Extend your trip and camp with us at our private riverside campground before or after your rafting adventure.
Consumnes River Ranch – Plymouth, CA
One of our preferred partners! This is an amazing private property on the Consumnes River with tent camping, glamping cabins, stone barn for weddings and more.

Hotel Options

SpringHill Suites – Auburn, CA
Beautiful new hotel with views of the mountains and they are a preferred partner.
Best Western Plus Placerville Inn – Placerville, CA
Book a Room at the Sierra Sun Cloud Inn Bed & Breakfast – Located 15 minutes up Highway 80 in Weimar/Colfax. Enjoy a private room in the New England style house situated on a secluded hilltop with 18 acres and amazing views of Tahoe. Also adjacent to 15 miles of pristine hiking trails.
AirBnb rentals in and around Auburn, CA – Always a great option. As this is usually a trip for adult groups and couples this makes for a fun adult or family get-a-way.
Park your RV or camper at the Gold Country RV Park – Full hooks ups available, playground, pool and more.

What Should I Bring

For Quarry Park

Required Items
- Re-usable 20oz or more water bottle (filled with ice water)
- sneakers (no open toed shoes, or crocs, you will not be allowed into the Quarry without proper footwear)
Suggested Items
- sunglasses (with a strap)
- baseball hat

For Rafting

Required Items
- Re-usable 20oz or more water bottle
- Shoes (no flip flops)
Suggested Items
- Sunglasses (with a strap)
- Baseball hat
Do Not Bring
- Cell Phones
- Wallets
- Expensive jewelry

For Camping

Linens
- Blankets
- Pillow
- Sleeping bag
Flashlight/Headlamp
Change of clothes
Towel
Camp chair

Click here for a full detailed list of what to wear and what to bring.

What Does Tributary Provide

Included with Rafting

PFD (Personal floatation device / aka life jacket)
Paddle
Helmet
Professional raft guide for each raft
Shuttles to/from camp

Included with this Overnight River Rafting Trip

Tent
Sleeping Pad
Cot
Dry Bag for your gear
2 nights camping
5 meals
- Day 1 – breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Day 2 – breakfast & lunch

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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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