Oxbow Put-In – Arrive and get ready for a fantastic day on the Middle Fork.

Then we’ll jump on the bus and drive you to the launch area at Oxbow Reservoir (about 45 minutes). Wilderness beauty and big drops are the promises when rafting the Middle Fork of California’s American River. Before this rapid became less hazardous, several kayakers had tried to run it; all died or became partially paralyzed. For information on rafting the Middle Fork of the American please check out: I guess I will start by talking about the positives of this run. Difficulty: Class III/IV The Middle Fork – American River. – The “scenic” section ends at Chunder, a fun vertical drop that can be easily scouted on the right. Rafts go down the center left side of this rapid. Last Chance (Class IV) – This is a near vertical drop that can easily flip or surf a raft. Mile 15 Carls Crash (Class III) Beautiful creek that carries a lot of water from the snowmelt in the spring. This is a great spot to watch how the various guides and rafting companies negotiate the portage. Mile 0.5 Photographers are a separate entity and cannot be guaranteed.

Next you’ll be heading towards Last Chance. Tunnel Chute Rapid on the Middle Fork of the American River When we arrive, we’ll set you up with your helmet, paddle and personal flotation device. Don’t worry – your guide will prepare you before you get there. Ice cold drinks will also be provided. There is an easy portage path and viewing platform on the right. All our food is fresh, local and homemade!

Shuttle In: 90 minutes AWE to Oxbow. Make sure you hang on tight! We’ll meet up behind the Raley’s supermarket in Auburn at 8.30am sharp and start by getting all the waivers signed. This wilderness 17 mile run offers some of the best summer long advanced whitewater in the state. Ruck-A-Chucky Falls (Class VI – portage) Middle Fork American River Rafting - Tunnel Chute - YouTube Are you ready to raft the famous Tunnel Chute? Mile 8.1 First Flip or Orange Wall (Class IV) Large pools follow most of the big rapids allowing you plenty of time to set up for the next rapid or to get regrouped after that unexpected, out-of-boat experience or upside down raft. Overnight camping is available at River’s Bend with hot showers and flush toilets.

Chunder is immediately followed by a mandatory portage of Ruck-a-Chucky, a 30 foot waterfall onto jagged rocks. The first five miles along with the last two have great rapids!!! Stretch: Oxbow to Greenwood Bridge

The Middle Fork American River is rated a Class III-IV river and runs through Tahoe National Forest. Once we set off, all boats will stay together as we head downriver.

Deposit is required to rent equipment. Season: May – September If you have a request for a specific guide, let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to organize it. – This is a fun rapid that can cause a few problems if the raft ends up in a bad spot. – The river rushes to the right over a boulder bar and into a cliff that sheds large rocks. Some kayakers say that the portage is easier, though exposed, on the left side, but that was before the portage path was built. enters the river here. You can read more about our cookies and privacy policy, Multi-Day South Fork American River Rafting. Mile 3.0

Black powder was used to blast through the cliff wall, diverting the water out of the oxbow so it could then be mined for gold.

Awesome guy, did a great job of getting us through safely (and sufficiently wet!)

Santa’s Mustache (Class III) The head guide will deliver a short safety briefing to the whole group before we assign a guide for each raft.

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