South Fork American River - Gorge Express

South Fork American River – Gorge Express

Gorge Express (Lower)

Ready yourself as the canyon narrows into a granite gorge where you will plunge through thrilling Class 3 rapids like Satan’s Cesspool, Bouncing Rock and Hospital Bar. A customer favorite, this trip is perfect for any size and type of group.

10 RIVER MILES

3 CLASS

7+

MIN AGE

10 MAJOR RAPIDS

KEY INFO

RIVER: South Fork American River
SECTION: Camp Lotus - Skunk Hollow
BEST FOR: Families, Corporate Groups, Youth Groups, Everyone!
CLASS: 3
Minimum Age: 7
SKILL: First Timer, Athletic First Timer, Intermediate
Location: Lotus, CA – Near Sacramento
Meals: None
Duration: Half-Day (12:30-4:30)
Starting at $94

ITINERARY

DEPARTURE

You will meet us at 12:30 PM at the private Camp Lotus campground, where you’ll meet your guide and be outfitted with everything you need to enjoy your trip, including paddles, life jackets and helmets.

THE TRIP

You’ll enjoy some of the most fun rapids and beautiful views the American River has to offer.

RETURN

You will be returned to your starting point between 4:30 and 5:30 PM. There, you will have the opportunity to purchase photos of your adventure, and utilize Camp Lotus’s showers and other amenities. Should you wish to camp at Camp Lotus the night prior to or after your rafting trip, simply book online or call us ahead of time.

trip

DESCRIPTION

This 13+ mile trip starts with you meeting us at 12:30pm at Camp Lotus, where you will be fitted with all the equipment and instruction you will need by our professional guides. You will then float along the Class 2 section through the golden rolling foothills until the canyon narrows into a granite gorge where you will plunge through thrilling rapids like Satan’s Cesspool, Bouncing Rock and Hospital Bar, to name a few. Ending in Folsom reservoir, where we will shuttle you back to your cars to enjoy a slideshow and take a hot shower. Usually around 4:00 to 5:00pm.

5461 Bassi Rd, Lotus, CA 95651
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.

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Everyday: 8:00am - 6:00pm

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