Class III Whitewater Rafting on South Fork American River

Take on Class II and III whitewater on the South Fork American River, from Meatgrinder to Troublemaker. Pause at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park before a mellower downstream float.

• Paddle through technical rapids including Meatgrinder, Racehorse Bend, Triple Threat and Troublemaker
• Explore Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park with a guide
• Learn about the California Gold Rush during your park stop
• Practice steering the raft on the calmer return section
• Swim in the river or relax with your raft-mates

Itinerary

8:30 Meet at Mother Lode River Center 9:00 Hop on the shuttle to the Chili Bar put in 9:30 Safety and paddle talk 10:00 Get on the river! 12:00 Stop at Marshall Gold discovery State Historic Park 1:00 Get back on the river 2:30 Float into the eddy at Mother Lode River Center

What's Included

• Deli-style lunch
• Guided park tour

Important details

• Ages 8+ only
• Requires beginner-to-intermediate readiness for Class II–III whitewater
• Requires wearing a Mother Lode personal flotation device (PFD) and helmet
• A 6% processing fee and 2.3% credit card fee apply, plus a Government River Use Fee; these fees are not included in the listed price