River Runners has a reputation in the industry for providing the best whitewater rafting experience to our guests. Our full-day rafting trips are the real deal. We spend more time on the water than any other company, giving you time to swim, play, and spend quality time with your friends and family. If you are looking for a full-day whitewater rafting trip, why rush down the river? Come with us and let us show you all the fun surf spots, jump rocks, and nooks to swim in. All our full-day whitewater rafting trips include a delicious lunch. We use only fresh, quality ingredients and serve everything à la carte so you can make it how you like it.
The Gorge (Class III) Full Day Rafting Trip
South Fork of the American River
This is class III California whitewater rafting at its best! Your whole group will love whitewater rafting on the Gorge, it has something for everyone. This magical day begins gently and ends with a bang with class III rapids. Our guides give you time to relax and experience the excitement of rafting the South Fork of the American all in one day.
2024 Schedule: 7 days a week, March 1st through September 30
Check-in: 9:30 am (subject to change) at the River Runners site in Camp Lotus, 5461 Bassi Road, Lotus California, 95651
Check out: usually 5:30 pm (may vary, depending on the needs of the group and the river level)
Minimum Age: 6 years old
Distance: 13 Miles
Trip duration: 6 hours (including lunch)
$160 per person
Lunch is included
Wetsuit included if necessary (seasonal)
All taxes and fees are included
Guide gratuity not included
Please confirm if the dates you want are available by phone 530-622-5110 or email adventures@riverrunnersusa.com. If you have already confirmed your dates are available you will be prompted to enter your desired dates when you check out.
Chili Bar (Class III) 3/4 Day Rafting Trip
South Fork of the American River
Early in the morning the sun will be creeping down the steep canyon walls as you begin your descent from Chili Bar to Coloma. Beautiful, historical and exciting, this whitewater rafting adventure introduces you to the fun and beauty of whitewater rafting.
2024 Schedule: 7 days a week, March 1st through September 30
Check-in: 8:30 am (subject to change), at the River Runners site in Camp Lotus, 5461 Bassi Road, Lotus California, 95651
Check out: usually 3 pm (may vary, depending on the needs of the group and the river level)
Minimum Age: 6 years old
Distance: 9 mile
Trip duration: 4.5 hours (including lunch)
$130 per person
Lunch is included
Wetsuit included if necessary (seasonal)
All taxes and fees are included
Guide gratuity not included
Please confirm if the dates you want are available by phone 530-622-5110 or email adventures@riverrunnersusa.com. If you have already confirmed your dates are available you will be prompted to enter your desired dates when you check out.
Chamberlain Falls Section (Class IV)
North Fork of the American River
2024 SEASON: March 15 to May 15. Please call (530) 622 5110 for more details
The North Fork of the American - Chamberlain Falls whitewater rafting run is a full-day rafting trip on a stunning undammed section of river. The river flows freely through many miles of wilderness before it meets you at the put-in. The flow changes every day; sometimes the river is a muddy frothy beast throwing the raft like useless flotsam down toward the sea; other days, the crystal clear waters meander rapidly through a seemingly endless obstacle course.
Minimum Age: 14 years old
$180 per person (all inclusive)
Kaweah River (Class IV+)
2024 SEASON: April 1 to June 1. Please call (530) 622 5110 for more details.
Nestled close to Southern California is the steepest river in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Cold clear water sweeps the adventurous paddler out toward California’s Central Valley. Look over your shoulder and you will see 13,000-foot peaks covered in snow and giant Sequoia trees. Look downstream and you will see lots of whitewater. There is current from beginning to end. Big rapids are everywhere. Rocks are everywhere. Trees reach out into the widest of river channels. The river course changes every wet season. Only a well-seasoned guide can feel comfortable in this environment. And the guests lucky enough to be in their raft.
Minimum Age: 14
$180 per person (all inclusive)
Middle Fork of the American River (Class IV)
2024 SEASON: June 1 to September 15. Weekdays only. Please call (530) 622 5110 for more details.
Welcome to a stunning and thrilling full-day whitewater rafting experience. It is a perfect marriage of adrenaline, scenery, and togetherness. Be prepared to be overwhelmed. Be prepared to escape. The modern world is distant. Thoughts of your daily life will disappear thanks to the sheer onslaught to your senses.
There are many miles of verdant hills and the beautiful silence that a river canyon can offer. There are side creeks to hike. in July, there are more organic blackberries than an army of winter-starved bears could eat. And in August, there are native Californian grapes drooping over the riverways and only accessible by raft.
THE MINIMUM AGE FOR THIS TRIP IS 14 YEARS OLD.
$180 per person (all inclusive)