Top Sacramento On the Water

If you’re looking for a fun family day and want to hit the outdoors, theme parks and other attractions can be extremely overcrowded. Instead, prebook this South Fork American River Whitewater Rafting Trip from Lotus and go whitewater rafting under the supervision and safety of a guide. Float down class II and III rapids while taking in beautiful sights of Lotus, Coloma, and other California foothill towns.

Want to see the whole 21 miles in a day? Well this is your trip! You will conqueror rapids such as Troublemaker, Satan's Cesspool and Hospital Bar all while enjoying the fulfillment of a full day floating down the South Fork of the American. Trips meet at 8:15am and you are typically back to your cars around 4:00pm. Lunch and refreshments are provided at our riverside campground.

We cater to small groups who are looking for a fun family experience. You'll experience great times, laughter, thrills and joy all together in one adventure packed morning. After your trip you can relax by the river or go visit the famous Marshall Gold Discovery Park which started California's Gold Rush in 1849.

Ideal for travelers interested in extreme water sports, this private experience provides everything needed for spending half a day wakeboarding, wakesurfing, or kneeboarding on the Sacramento River. Meet directly at the Sacramento Waterfront public dock and get on the water without needing your own gear or boat. Includes the use of boards, gear, safety equipment, and a wakeboarding boat with a 2-person crew.

The South Fork of the American River is the most popular rafting river in the western U.S.A... let us show you why! This trip features beautiful scenery, refreshing water, and information about California's Gold Rush history as we float through Marshall Gold Discovery State Park. We will also see local wildlife, including many birds which make the river surroundings their home. We allow kids from 4 years old to participate on this tour. If you are interested in trips with more exciting rapids for adults or adventurous people, please check out our half day guided whitewater trips. This is a gentle float with several small rapids which is a good option for novice rafters.

The most popular destination for whitewater rafting in California, the South Fork of the American River is a great introduction to professionally guided rafting trips. The Upper "Chili Bar" section offers exhilarating Class 3 rapids, followed by calmer stretches perfect for swimming or simply soaking in the beauty of the surrounding Gold Country landscape. This river is ideal for families with kids and any group wanting to enjoy a fun yet relaxing day on the river. You can look forward to... Exciting Rapids: Experience thrilling Class 2 and Class 3 rapids, perfect for beginners and seasoned adventurers; Expert Guides: Benefit from the expertise of knowledgeable guides who ensure an enjoyable and seamless journey down the river; Stunning Scenery: Raft through scenic stretches of the South Fork American River, the birthplace of the California Gold Rush of 1849; Convenient Timing: A Half-Day trip fits easily into your schedule, making it a great adventure without taking up your whole day.

Explore the Sacramento River on fun water tubes with this half-day tour departing conveniently straight from the Old Town Sacramento Waterfront. One of the only tours of its kind in the area, this outing travels in style along the river on a wakeboarding boat. There’s room for six travelers on the boat, while three people can ride the water tube at a time.