The American River as it flows through the El Dorado County offers a mesmerizing and once-in-a-lifetime experience to enthusiasts and tourists looking forward to adventure-activities,. Presenting an unforgettable experience for water-lovers, the river was made famous in 1849 when James Marshall first discovered gold at the site. Today the South Fork is California’s best whitewater river destination bringing in close to 100,000 visitors per year on an average.
Both the upper and the lower sections of the South Fork offer adrenaline pumping rapids and scenic floats with unprecedented scenery. While the upper section of the American River is a rollicking ride that goes over countless rapids such as Meat-Grinder, Racehorse, Triple Threat, and the infamous Troublemaker. All of these mentioned rapids are included in the intermediate class III adventure that’s appreciated by rafters of any age and skill level. As one moves on further, the Gorge begins with mellow Class I and II rapids, increasing in difficulty as the narrows ahead produce Class III rapids. The area’s famous rapids include the Fowler’s Rock, Satan’s Cesspool, Haystack Canyon, Bouncing Rock, and Hospital Bar Rapids.
The journey which commenced 21 miles upriver at Chili Bar in El Dorado County comes to a full-stop on the warm, still-waters of Folsom Lake. River Rafting in California is a bit more exciting than all the other river rafting destinations of the world due to the river’s natural beauty, rich historical background, and great rapids as the adventure continue down towards the lower section of the river.
Go with the flow of the beautiful American River and rejuvenate the-self with one of the best whitewater rafting in California. Apart from finding out the path of the river, you can also check for the most-appropriate whitewater outfitters through Visit-El Dorado’s exclusive listings.
Both the upper and the lower sections of the South Fork offer adrenaline pumping rapids and scenic floats with unprecedented scenery. While the upper section of the American River is a rollicking ride that goes over countless rapids such as Meat-Grinder, Racehorse, Triple Threat, and the infamous Troublemaker. All of these mentioned rapids are included in the intermediate class III adventure that’s appreciated by rafters of any age and skill level. As one moves on further, the Gorge begins with mellow Class I and II rapids, increasing in difficulty as the narrows ahead produce Class III rapids. The area’s famous rapids include the Fowler’s Rock, Satan’s Cesspool, Haystack Canyon, Bouncing Rock, and Hospital Bar Rapids.
The journey which commenced 21 miles upriver at Chili Bar in El Dorado County comes to a full-stop on the warm, still-waters of Folsom Lake. River Rafting in California is a bit more exciting than all the other river rafting destinations of the world due to the river’s natural beauty, rich historical background, and great rapids as the adventure continue down towards the lower section of the river.
Go with the flow of the beautiful American River and rejuvenate the-self with one of the best whitewater rafting in California. Apart from finding out the path of the river, you can also check for the most-appropriate whitewater outfitters through Visit-El Dorado’s exclusive listings.
