School Groups
There is no better way to get everyone together for a new school year, inspire teamwork or learn on an outdoor adventure in some of the most beautiful places in California. Our guided whitewater rafting trips, range from mild to wild, from 1/2-day to 3-day, and we have been doing this for over 40 years. With our own private camp area right on the banks of the South Fork of the American river, we can offer any type of trip that achieves your goals. Our trips encourage participation, inspire confidence and challenge kids to explore their full potential. Learn skills such as paddling, teamwork, confidence and leadership!
Special Pricing For School Groups
All of our prices for School Group trips are reduced rates from our standard retail prices. Our California youth rafting trips are 15-20% lower than our retail price depending on the number of students in your group. Our school program has been designed to make our adventures affordable and to give youth the opportunity to explore our natural world.
We can help you to organize around the individual needs of your group, give us a call. We look forward to sharing a California whitewater adventure with you this year. 1-800-750-2386
The Rivers
SOUTH FORK OF THE AMERICAN RIVER
Chili Bar to Folsom Lake
From April to September
Difficulty: Class III
Join us for an exhilarating whitewater river rafting adventure on one of California premier rivers. This 21-mile stretch of river has more than 50 rapids, and is perfect for both first timers and veteran rafters. We offer two 1-day trips, the 14 mile 5 hour “GORGE” trip, and our “ WHOLE RIVER” trip that takes in the entire 21 miles of the South Fork. Both trips include lunch. If you’re looking for a longer trip that includes camping along the river, our “2-DAY” trips might be just what you’re looking for.
On the first day of the 2-day trip we raft the “GORGE” section, and tackle the “CHILI BAR” section on day two. Our riverside camp is by far one of the finest private camp facilities on the river. It is fully equipped with new bathroom facilities (hot showers, flush toilets, mirrors and sinks,) horseshoes and volleyball. The South Fork of the American is great for groups ranging from Middle School all the way up to Seniors in High School.
THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE AMERICAN RIVER
Oxbow Dam to Greenwood
From May to September
Difficulty: Class III-IV
For those of you slightly more on the adventurous side, the Middle Fork of the American is a step up in difficulty from the South Fork. In just the first few miles of this trip, you’ll be met with the “Tunnel Chute”. Blasted out by Miners in the 1800s, the river bottlenecks into a 12 foot chute that stretches out for 100 feet, coming to a splash at the bottom. Finally you find yourself floating through a raftable tunnel. You won’t find another rapid like this anywhere else!
The Middle Fork of the American is suitable for ages 12 years and older who are good swimmers, in good physical shape and on the adventurous side. This is not a trip for the timid!
Our 1-day rafting trip covers 18 miles and has an early morning meeting time at 7:00 am. This trip includes lunch and has camping available the night before for $15.00 for per person per night at our riverside camp. Our 2-Day trip includes 2 nights of camping, 2 days rafting and 5 meals.
Dueling Rivers
South Middle 2-Day Combo – California’s Best Whitewater Rafting Trip
Enjoy with us 2 amazing days on the river. Your first day will be spent rafting the South Fork “Gorge Run”. Day two will challenge you with the Class IV rapids of the Middle Fork. This trip includes rapids like “Kanaka Falls,” “Tunnel Chute,” “Chunder,” and the Class VI un-runnable “Ruck-a- Chucky Falls” (the guides will line the rafts over this 25’ waterfall while our guests walk around). This rafting trip includes 2 nights camping, 2 days rafting and 5 meals.
Make It A 3-Day Trip
Does your group want a third day of rafting? Our 3-day South and Middle Fork adventure is what you’re looking for. Day 1 and 2 are spent on the South Fork, while Day 3 is spent on the Middle Fork with an extra night of camping and 3 additional meals to complete your 3-day adventure. This trip is only available during the week.
Know which trip you want to book?
Need help planning or booking your trip? Give us a call at 1-800-750-2386 or submit a form below and we will reach out soon!
