Water Activities in Lotus, CA

Build paddling skills through granite-gorge whitewater

Private full-day shad float on the American River

A tritoon with an upper deck, waterslide, and Bluetooth sound

Family-friendly Class II-III rapids through a South Fork canyon

Your day on the water with shade, sound, and a ski-tube hookup

Get out on the water with a pair of 3-seat jet skis

Set out on the water in a 12-foot fishing kayak built for a peaceful day

Paddle a local Northern California lake in a comfortable single kayak

Choose an inflatable or hard-side paddleboard for a beginner-friendly day on the water

Three-seat Sea-Doo or Yamaha jet ski rentals for a day on the water

An open-bow boat with onboard music, shade, and a wake tower for watersports

Learn the basics, then tackle Class III rapids on a 12-mile river run

Paddle technical rapids and explore California Gold Rush history

Class II–III Rapids, a Gold History Park Float & BBQ Lunch

Paddle 9 miles of historic South Fork rapids and calm pools

Paddle 10.5 miles of Class II–III rapids through the Lower Gorge

Tackle Class II–III rapids, then float through Coloma’s Gold History Park

Gentle rapids, calm pools, and time to swim

Paddle both Chili Bar and Gorge sections with Class II–III rapids

Build your skills through 10.5 miles of Class II and III rapids

Raft splashy Class II–III rapids through a canyon stretch suited to families

Tackle Class III-IV rapids on a full-day canyon rafting run