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The meeting time for the Middle Fork is 8:30AM. You will meet your WET van and guides behind Raleys in Auburn, CA at 13384 Lincoln Way. After some quick introductions we will take short shuttle drive to our put-in location on Oxbow Reservoir.
Enjoy a stunning combination of scenery and adventure on this day long trip. We’re going to start the day with some of our favorite rapids. Good Morning Rapid, Tunnel Chute, and Kanaka Falls will make this an experience you’ll never forget! After stopping for a gourment deli style lunch we are continuing on with a challenging section that includes Class 3 (III) – 4 (IV) rapids such as Clevage, Parallel Parking, Texas Chainsaw, and more before reaching our take out.
After your time on the water is complete, you will load into a WET van and head back to Raley’s parking lot. After about 20 minutes of driving we arrive back at your vehicles, then it’s time for the see you next times!
The 18 mile trip on the Class IV Middle Fork of the American River provides more adventurous whitewater rafting than your average rivers. You will find big drops, intricate technical rapids and tons of action that you won’t forget any time soon! This is a full day adventure full of whitewater action as well as calm pools that allow you to bask in the breath taking beauty of the 2000 foot deep wilderness river canyon. If all of that isn’t enough the Middle Fork provides the added benefit of its historic significance during the California Gold Rush.
13384 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603
The meeting place for this trip is directly behind the Raleys on Lincoln Way in Auburn. Please drive and park behind the Raley’s where our guides will meet you.
Drive Times:
Sacramento Area: Approximately 45 mins
San Francisco: Approximately 2 hours
EXCELLENT Based on 336 reviews Posted on Google Will EtlingJune 8, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Issac and Muriel took my family on a half day South Fork trip - we had an incredible time, my kids loved their introduction to rafting, we learned about local history and so much more. Highly recommend WET!Posted on Google Jennifer MeisterJune 6, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our river guide Wyatt was incredibly skilled and lots of fun!! Would highly recommend Wyatt. Really hope we can raft with him again!! We had the best experience on the South Fork American River!Posted on Google Pete HoffmannJune 3, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rafted the Middle Fork of the American River and had a great time with the Wet Rafting Company. All the guides and the owner Chad were easy to work with. The guides were very knowledgeable and skilled, able to provide a fun exciting day trip to a bunch of novice rafters who will be back for more.Posted on Google b8thrwrJune 1, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. *Guide school review* Want an amazing week!! The entire crew was so helpful and so knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend attending the guide school program to anyone, even just for fun. Its like summer camp for adults! The knowledge, and confidence on the river, and friendships I walked away with after this week were priceless! Big thanks to the WET crew!Posted on Google Carie ThompsonJune 1, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Guide school I had so much fun at guide school. The students were all ages and abilities and the instructors were terrific! Great instruction, great food and camping, and wonderful people!Posted on Google Ryan WallMay 30, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was absolutely best guide training I ever attended!! Great people to teach a well rounded aspect of all ventures on the river while teaching you the top of the line safety measures.. I recommend this school training class for all ages. Get out enjoy nature and live your life!!!Posted on Google Kristine AngererMay 27, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So much FUN! Issac was our guide. He was awesome! Very knowledgeable and super funny. Definitely made the trip better! Can't wait to go again!!!Posted on Google Corina TyagiMay 26, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing river rafting trip with WET River Trips! Our guide was super friendly, funny, and very knowledgeable about the river, which made the whole experience even better. The gourmet lunch was delicious, and the Oreo treats were such a fun surprise. Everything was well organized, exciting, and memorable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great rafting adventure!Posted on Google Nolan BrekleMay 26, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best white water experience of all time!! If you want to have a blast, request Nate as your guide! Maximum fun and skill as a guide! All of the guides are super knowledgeable and great people. It will be the best day of your life. Book nowwwwPosted on Google Robinson LeeMay 26, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience! As a first-timer, I enjoyed it a lot. Jo was a great leader who made the trip even more enjoyable. Highly recommended! Go there, enjoy the trip, respect the rules, and listen to your guide!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