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Embarking on an American river rafting trip is an exhilarating experience, but the thrill doesn’t begin solely with the rapids—it starts with where you choose … Read more
Best american river white water rafting in California for 1st time rafters, adventurous beginners, and experienced rafters.
GET READy … to experience the rush and beauty of American river white water rafting. For almost forty years, Whitewater Excitement has been leading white water rafting California trips on the American River and Merced River. Experienced, fun, and safety-oriented guides, a private camping experience, and a genuine love of the river make Whitewater Excitement the first choice for a white water rafting trip in California’s Coloma area.
Everybody … with a sense of adventure can go river rafting in California. Using our knowledge of the rapids, we tailor our trips for all skill levels. Beginners will love our white water river rafting adventures on the South Fork American river, while those with a hankering for bigger thrills might go for our Middle Fork American river, North Fork American river, or a Merced River adventure. We also offer white water rafting for kids as young as 4 on the South Fork American. Enjoy the beautiful scenic backdrop of the Sierra Nevada foothills as you bond with your fellow rafters and discover what makes white water rafting in California so special.
WE OFFER … half-day to 2 or 3-day white water rafting overnight trips as well as custom trips for your group. Whitewater Excitement is one of only a few white water river rafting companies to offer its overnight guests a private, deluxe riverside campground with nice amenities, like hot showers and flush toilets. Our super friendly, fun guides, dedicated camp hosts, and camp cook make sure that you have a great time both on and off the river. With fresh, hot dinner meals, riverbank lunch buffets, and the rush of the water singing you to sleep, you’re going to fall in love with life by the river.
THE THRILL … of a white water rafting trip in California is calling. For our family-run operation, giving our guests the best California river rafting experience is a point of pride. At Whitewater Excitement, all hands are on deck to provide the best service, the highest safety standards, the most fun, and the wildest adventure. Book your American river white water rafting trip today and come see all that the Coloma area has to offer for rafting, dining, and the gold rush town experience!
Embarking on an American river rafting trip is an exhilarating experience, but the thrill doesn’t begin solely with the rapids—it starts with where you choose … Read more
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Welcome to our beginner’s guide to whitewater rafting on the American River. If you’re new to the world of rafting and looking for an exciting … Read more
Whitewater Excitement guest, Robert, wrote this poem the morning of July 20, 2018, while sitting at the edge of the river in our private camp … Read more