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You will meet us at 10 AM at the Indian Valley Campground in Tahoe National Forest, where you’ll meet your raft guide and load into our shuttle vehicle for the trip to the put-in. At put-in you will be outfitted with the rafting gear you will need to safely enjoy your trip, including paddles, life jackets and helmets.
You’ll enjoy the most fun rapids and beautiful views the North Fork Yuba River has to offer. Along the way, we’ll stop for a gourmet deli lunch served riverside.
You will be returned to your starting point between 4:30 and 5:30 PM.
There are several Class 4 & 5 sections on the North Yuba River (Goodyears Bar, Moss Canyon, Wild Plum, Rossosco Ravine & Bullards Bar). This river is uncrowded (only 3 rafting companies) and provides spectacular wilderness scenery and continuous whitewater excitement.
Depending on the river level, weather & guest ability we may run a different section of the river, but the most popular section & the 1 we run the most is Goodyears Bar (aka Maytag).
The Goodyears (Maytag) Bar section starts with some warmup Class 2 & 3 rapids which leads you into several Class 4 & 4+ rapids, plus the Class 5 Maytag rapid after lunch.
WET River Trips operates under permit from the Tahoe National Forest Yuba River Ranger District and is an equal opportunity service provider.
Don’t forget to add the Video Package to your reservation so you can relive your adventure and share it with friends.
Approximate Drive Times:
Sacramento: 1 hour and 45 minutes
San Francisco: 3 hours and 15 minutes
Please plan to arrive early. Trips must depart on time and no refunds will be given for late arrivals.
Cell Reception is not reliable in this area! Please print your map/directions before departing for your trip.
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