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Location: Coloma, CA – Near Sacramento
You will meet us at 9:30 AM at the private Camp Lotus campground, where you’ll meet your guide. After client check in is complete, we shuttle you up the river canyon to the starting point of our trip. Then you will be outfitted with everything you need to enjoy your trip, including paddles, life jackets and helmets.
You’ll enjoy some of the most fun rapids and beautiful views the American River has to offer.
You will be returned to your starting point between 1 and 2 PM. There, you will have the opportunity to purchase photos of your adventure, and utilize Camp Lotus’s showers and other amenities. Should you wish to camp at Camp Lotus the night prior to or after your rafting trip, simply book online or call us ahead of time.
Our most popular day trip begins with you meeting us at 9:30 at the private Camp Lotus campground. We shuttle you up to the top of the river canyon, providing you with everything you need to enjoy your trip, including paddles, personal flotation devices (lifejackets), helmets, a safety orientation and professional guides.
Here the river starts out with thrills right from the start. After practicing our paddling and getting comfortable in the raft you will have the opportunity to surf a hole at Chile Bar rapid, if you choose, before tackling exciting rapids like Meatgrinder, Triple Threat and culminating in the most challenging and exciting rapid on the river, Trouble Maker. Yet even in this stretch our guides have the ability to play with the features giving you additional thrills or guide you safely and serenely back home, depending on what you are looking for.
Next, enjoy the calming stretch through historic gold discovery state park in Coloma and back to your cars where we first meet, between 1:00 and 2:00. Once back at your car, you will have the opportunity to relax on the grass fields or take a hot shower before you leave. You also can choose to camp at our camp before and/or after your trip with a gourmet breakfast and/or dinner if you choose. Simply book online or call us to ahead of time.
EXCELLENT Based on 323 reviews Posted on Ready HospitalityApril 21, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did a Bachelor Party and had a blast! We were one of the few groups on the river due to the poor weather, but it just made it that much more enjoyable. We had Johnny and Walker as guides and they had such electric personalities, I don't think we could have had a better time.Posted on Luis GuzmánApril 9, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an amazing experience with this rafting company! The ride itself was incredibly fun, and the scenery along the river was absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. We did the full-day South Fork American River trip, and the rapids were exciting without ever feeling dangerous, which made the experience perfect for both thrill and comfort. A big highlight of the trip was our guide, Wyatt. He did an excellent job explaining everything we needed to know in great detail and made sure we felt safe and prepared the entire time. He was also very patient and accommodating, always willing to consider our requests as long as they were reasonable. That really made the experience feel more personal and enjoyable. The lunch provided was also delicious, which was a great bonus after spending time on the river. Overall, I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a fun, scenic, and well-organized adventure. Definitely worth it!Posted on Robert McPeekApril 4, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing trip, did the whole day on the North Fork American River! Excellent guides and amazing views! Awesome ride with experienced folks!Posted on Diane MeredithFebruary 14, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best River Guides Ever👌 I only raft with them. Have been for years!! Ladies, want to feel safe and secure? Choose WET. Wanna learn about and see nature's raw habitat while rafting? Choose WET! Okay, get out there and have some fun!Posted on Daniel AlonsoSeptember 28, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Did the Chili Bar in a group of 4 with some first-timers. Fun ride! Felt safe and the folks in the front got very wet! Logan was a great guide. Fun conversation and good sense of humor.Posted on Michael HairSeptember 27, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These guys are smaller and very personal, WAY better experience than the bigger companies I’ve rafted with. They came highly recommended by a good friend who used to be a river guide himself, so greatful for the recommendation!!! Highly recommend!!!Posted on TR LSeptember 14, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Will was a fantastic guide! First time rafting and felt safe. Will definitely recommend. Thank you for a great time!Posted on Robert OstmannSeptember 10, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Incredible all-day trip on Lower Fork. MJ was an excellent guide offering us a full range of experiences from relaxing to wild. Such a fun day! Ready for Middle Fork!😆Posted on Yuliana RiosSeptember 6, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience and team, they were very professional, experienced and responsible. Plus they provided meals, snacks, water and drinks.Posted on Steven QuigleySeptember 2, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very amazing people. 3rd trip and they killed it in every area as always.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more