Shasta Cascade Whitewater Rafting
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Klamath River is divided in two with the upper portion being for the more experienced and main portion for just about anyone. The Upper K starts with over 5-miles of class 3 rapids which evolves into an equal distance of exhilarating class 4+. The last portion is wide and mellow. Indian caves and petroglyphs can be found along the route. Fishing and swimming opportunities abound. Camping available.
The Klamath River is a good choice for families or first-timers. Long expanses of Class 3 rapids can be broken into several days of rafting. Waterfalls, swimming holes, fishing and camping abound. The Yurok and Karuk Indian Tribes are settled along the river. Camping and stopping is prohibited during their yearly ceremonies.
CLASS: Class III-V
DISTANCE: 40 miles
SEASON: April - October
LOCATION: North-northwest of Yreka
OUTFITTERS:
Adventure Connection
Adventure Center
Turtle River
River Country Rafting
W.E.T. River Trips
Orange Torpedo Trips
Destination Wilderness
Momentum River Expeditions
Oars
Tributary Whitewater Tours
Rogue Klamath River Adventures
Living Waters Recreation
American River Recreation
Redwoods & Rivers
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Cal Salmon River offers plenty of class 4 and 5 rapids through granite-walled canyons. Popular with experienced river runners.
CLASS: Class IV-V
DISTANCE: 18 miles
SEASON: April - July
LOCATION: Northwest of Redding
OUTFITTERS:
Adventure Connection
Salmon River Experience
Salmon River Outfitters
Tour West River Adventures
Wilderness Adventures
Turtle River
W.E.T. River Trips
All Outdoors
Momentum River Expeditions
Oars
Tributary Whitewater Tours
Rogue Klamath River Adventures
Living Waters Recreation
American River Recreation
Redwoods & Rivers
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Scott River offers plenty of 5 rapids through granite-walled canyons. Located in a remote region of the state but frequented by many river runners. Experienced runners only.
CLASS: Class V
DISTANCE: 7 miles
SEASON: April - July
LOCATION: West of Yreka
OUTFITTERS:
Wilderness Adventures
Turtle River
Momentum River Expeditions
Bio Bio Expeditions
Tributary Whitewater Tours
Rogue Klamath River Adventures
Living Waters Recreation
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Trinity River offers plenty of class 2 and 3 rapids that's great for families or first-timers. Many choices for camping. Machinery from the Gold Rush era dots the shoreline in the northern portion. Rafting is best during September when water is released for Hoopa Indian ceremonies.
Below the fun class 2 and 3 rapids of the Trinity River is a section to take seriously called Burnt Ranch Gorge. A plethora of falls, holes and waves save this section for the experienced only. Boulders and narrow canyons require paddle boat passage only. Waterfalls have up to 10-foot drops. This is one of the few rivers that is still a class 5 in the summer months.
CLASS: Class II-V
DISTANCE: 35 miles
SEASON: April - October
LOCATION: West of Redding
OUTFITTERS:
Wilderness Adventures
Turtle River
Trinity River Rafting
Bigfoot Rafting
Tributary Whitewater Tours
Redwoods & Rivers
Living Waters Recreation
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Sacramento River offers whitewater rafting in the upper portions north of Lake Shasta. The Upper Sac is easily accessible and seldom navigated. Fun class 3 rapids are split by the triple drop of Mears Creek Falls that many choose to walk around.
CLASS: Class III-IV
DISTANCE: 35 miles
SEASON: April - June
LOCATION: North of Redding
OUTFITTERS:
Wilderness Adventures
Turtle River
Trinity River Rafting
River Dancers
Tributary Whitewater Tours
All Outdoors
Living Waters Recreation
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Cache Creek flows out of Clear Lake heading east toward the Sacramento River and has plenty of class 2 fun that is perfect for those looking to do it on there own. Raft rentals and shuttles are available nearby. The only gotcha is a class 3+ rapid right after the Highway 16 bridge.
CLASS: Class II-III+
DISTANCE: 20 miles
SEASON: Year round
LOCATION: Northwest of Woodland
OUTFITTERS:
Cache Canyon Whitewater
Tributary Whitewater Tours
Whitewater Adventures
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Feather River flows alongside Highway 70, one of California's most scenic highways. Fun class 3 and 4 rapids were only recently made possible by dam releases. Waterfalls and excellent trout fishing abounds. Wonderful cabin resorts line the shores of the river.
CLASS: Class III-IV
DISTANCE: 15 miles
SEASON: April - June
LOCATION: Northeast of Oroville
OUTFITTERS:
American Whitewater
Tributary Whitewater Tours
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