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Lake Tahoe River Rafting
Experience the excitement of Lake Tahoe from
the river!
There are river rafting tours for all ages, sizes and budgets. Enjoy your
vacation on the Truckee River or on one of the many other available tours!
Tributary Whitewater Tours - Guiding California rafting trips for 30+ years on the American River & Truckee River
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| The Truckee
River offers exciting whitewater rafting, close to Reno and North
Lake Tahoe. This rafting trip is a fun, 7-mile guided white water adventure,
with many Class 2-3 rapids for the first 6 miles and exciting Class 3+
rapids in the last mile. The Truckee River passes through the High Sierra
desert, with cottonwoods lining the banks and though the river parallels
I80, the road is out of sight and hearing. The rafting trip is approx. 3
hrs. and 30 minutes including the short shuttle from Truckee to the river and back. Before
embarking on your Truckee River rafting trip, life jackets and paddles will
be provided and a safety talk will be given. We put-in on the Little Truckee
River below Boca reservoir, and each whitewater raft will include a
professional river guide who will call out commands and help steer.
Maneuvering and paddling skills will be explained and practiced. Above the
rapid "Bronco", it is possible for the more timid passenger or young child
to disembark and take a short hike from here to the take-out at Floriston.
Most will opt to run the most exciting rapids on this Truckee River rafting
trip. At take-out, refreshments are served, the equipment is loaded, and we
return to our meeting location. Oar rafts may be provided on request, due to
physical limitations.
What is needed:
For summer rafting conditions, no previous experience or swimming ability
is required. Swim suits with fast drying shorts and shirts are suitable
(not Levi's) and old sneakers (that will get wet) or sturdy sandals or
water shoes (not thongs) are required. Any hats and glasses are best
attached with a strap. Leave expensive cameras behind; the waterproof,
disposable cameras are fine and professional photographers are usually
present at the last rapid.
Youths from
7
years up may participate, but younger children
may be required to
walk around the last set of Class 3+ rapids. For youths under 7 years, the
Class 2 run on the Lower Middle Fork American or the East Fork Carson are
recommended (see below).
Reservations:
We recommend making your reservations well in advance (particularly around July 4th), though we may have space available for last minute bookings. An advance payment by credit card is required, or personal checks are accepted if presented more than 21 days in advance.
Meeting Locations/Times:
The meeting location is at the Granite Chief store, near the town of Truckee. Just 22 mins. from Kings Beach, 35 mins. from Reno, and about 1 hr and 15 minutes from South Lake Tahoe. During the peak season, 2 trips a day are scheduled, at 9:00 am and 1:30 pm. In early June and after Labor Day weekend, there is usually just 1 trip a day at 12:30 pm. Custom trips for groups are available, and transportation from the Reno and Lake Tahoe areas, can be arranged at cost.
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Adult |
Monday-Friday $69
Sunday $74
Saturday $79 |
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Youths |
17 yrs and under get a 10% discount (15% with 6 or more people in group). |
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5% with group of 6-11, 10% with group of 12-17, 15% with group of 18-24, 20% with group of 25-30, 25% with group of 31+ (with own bus). Youth groups additional 5%. |
CALL TODAY FOR INFORMATION
& RESERVATIONS @ 1-800-672-3846
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Mariah Wilderness Expedition has been offering California rafting trips on the American River since 1982
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| American River South Fork: For a RAGING good time on the American River, explore the exhilaration of white water rafting on the fast moving, beautiful and spectacular South Fork with Mariah Wilderness Expedition! Whether you choose a half-day trip or a one-day trip, you will embark on an adventure through the 1849 Gold Rush territory of Northern California and see the South Fork as the miners did. Rushing waters, white caps, these memories will stay with you for the rest of your life. Re-discover nature and it's awesome power as you enjoy the crystal clear waters, melodious sounds and carved canyon walls along your trip which will catapult you into another world! Find your adventure on the American River South Fork rafting trip as Mariah Wilderness Expeditions leads the way. This 21 mile stretch of river is an introduction to rafting in California. With over 50 Class II and III white water rapids on this river, you will find your new playground as you, your family or group wage these waters.
What is needed: We suggest wearing swimsuits/shorts, tennis shoes that can get wet (watch out for Velcro sandals as sometimes they can come loose), Sunscreen or sun protective clothing, Sunglasses, a hat or visor and a water-proof camera.
Age Range: 7 years to 96 years young!
Departures: Daily, from April - October.
Reservations: We recommend making your reservations well in advance through we usually have space available for last minute bookings. An advance payment by credit card is required, or personal checks are accepted if presented more than 21 days in advance. Click Here
Meeting Locations / Times: The meeting location is at the Mariah base camp in the small gold rush town of Lotus, 6500 Hwy 49, Lotus, CA 95651, 70 miles & a 2 hour drive from South Lake Tahoe. Take Hwy 50 to Placerville, turn right onto Springs Street, which turns into Hwy 49 after about 0.2 miles. Stay on Hwy 49 about 6 miles, through the Marshall Gold Discovery State Park, all the way to 6500 Hwy 49, turn left and follow the hard-packed dirt road to the "Welcome to Mariah" sign. Park and walk down into the kitchen where your guides will be waiting to greet you. From North Tahoe, take Hwy 89 North to Truckee, go South on Hwy 80 to Auburn, take Hwy 49/193S, pass through Cool and Pilot Hills, turn right at 6500 Hwy 49, Lotus. 1/2 day trips meet at 12:00 pm and 1 day trips meet at 10:00 am.
| Prices for a 1/2-Day trip, approximately 10-12 miles no lunch:: |
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Adult |
Prices range from $65 to $95, plus 7% River Use Fee, depending on the day of the week and section of the river. |
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Youths |
Prices range from $55 to $85, plus 7% River Use Fee, depending on the day of the week and section of the river. |
| Prices for a 1-Day trip, approximately 12 miles with picnic lunch:: |
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Adult |
Prices range from $90 to $125, plus 7% River Use Fee, depending on the day of the week and section of the river. |
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Youths |
Prices range from $80 to $115, plus 7% River Use Fee, depending on the day of the week and section of the river. |
CALL TODAY FOR INFORMATION & RESERVATIONS @ 1-800-462-7424
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