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Your trip begins at 9:30 AM at Camp Lotus, where you’ll check in, set up your campsite, and meet your guides. After a short shuttle to the top of the river canyon, you’ll receive rafting gear, a safety orientation, and everything needed for the adventure ahead.
Day one starts with exciting rapids right away on the South Fork American River, including Chile Bar, Meatgrinder, Triple Threat, and the famous Trouble Maker. After a gourmet riverside lunch, you’ll enjoy a scenic float through Coloma before returning to camp for a hot shower and a freshly prepared dinner.
After breakfast, you’ll tackle the scenic lower Gorge section of the South Fork. Enjoy more exciting rapids and beautiful canyon views along the way.
Finish the trip at Folsom Reservoir. From there, a shuttle returns you to your vehicles. Most groups arrive back around 5:00 PM.
This phenomenal trip begins by meeting us at 9:30AM, to be shuttled up to the top of the river canyon. There you will be outfitted with all the necessary river gear and given a safety orientation by one of our highly trained guides. Before tackling the Chili Bar section on the South Fork of the American River. Stopping for a freshly prepared lunch along the river and getting to camp around 2:30PM. Giving you time to get situated in camp and enjoy the beautiful grass fields and swimming/fishing holes at camp, before being served a luxurious meal complete with appetizers, beverages (both sangria and non-alcoholic), entrees and dessert. Camp out under a thousand stars before waking to a complete breakfast including coffee, tea and orange juice, hash browns, eggs, sausage and fresh fruit. Then as the sun warms the day we get back into our rafts to enjoy the lower (Gorge) section of the South Fork. Finishing at Folsom Reservoir and getting shuttled back to your cars arriving back at your vehicles usually around 5:00PM.
The meeting place for this trip is our private campground partner, Camp Lotus. Please take the time to download and print directions as cell phone service can be spotty.
5461 Bassi Rd, Lotus, CA 95651
Drive Times:
Sacramento Area: Approximately 45 mins
San Francisco: Approximately 2 hours
EXCELLENT Based on 323 reviews Posted on Google 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 Google 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 Google 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 Google 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 Google 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 Google 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 Google 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 Google 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 Google 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 Google 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