South Fork of the
American River - Lotus Run
South Fork
American River, Class 2 'Lotus Run' raft trip:
This trip is suitable for kids from 5 years old, and ideal when you have a mixed group, with some of the group looking for more action and adventure. The entire group can raft on the first 4 miles of the South Fork American ‘Gorge’ (Lotus Run), which is easy and only contains Class 1 & 2 rapids. The trip then stops at our camp for lunch. After lunch, the more adventurous (and youths from 7-8 years) can continue on and tackle the Class 3 rapids through the ‘Gorge’, while the younger children, seniors and/or pregnant ladies, can play in camp, visit the nearby Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park or take some easy local hikes. Both groups meet back at camp about 3 hours later.
Our
lunches usually consist of a deli-style spread with a selection of
breads, meats and cheeses, or a pitta sandwich. Tomatoes, avocados, lettuce,
sprouts, chips and salsa, fresh fruit, cookies, vegetables & dip are
included. We are glad to accommodate any special dietary needs and always have kid friendly peanut butter and jelly available.
 This trip is usually only scheduled in conjunction with the regular 1 day trip on the ‘Gorge’, but ask about this run if you have a minimum group of 8 who want a mellow float and have only a few hours to spare.
Great for School or Youth Group Trips:
We can also offer this as an educational trip including some extra miles from the MarshallGoldDiscoveryStateHistoricPark and a stop at the Dave Moore Nature Trail.
Class:2
Length: 4 miles, May - Oct
Elevation:
930 ft
Location: Just off Highway 49 between Placerville
and Auburn
NOTICE: Water flows in the South Fork American River result from releases from
hydroelectric facilities located upstream. Such water releases are not subject
to the control of El Dorado County or commercial rafting companies operating
under permit from the County of El Dorado.
Distances/Times for travel to the South Fork American River:
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15 mins/12 miles N. of Placerville
20 mins/15
miles S. of Auburn
2 ¼ hrs/134 miles NE of San Francisco
1 hr/(53
miles E. of Sacramento
45 mins/31 miles E of Roseville
43 mins/32 miles E
of Folsom
2 ½ hrs/164 miles NE of San Jose
1 ¾ hrs/98 miles
N. of Stockton
2 hrs/115 miles SE of Chico
1 ¾ hrs/72 miles W of
S. Lake Tahoe
1 ½ hrs/82 miles SW of Truckee
1 hr 54 mins/(114
miles SW. of Reno
4+ hrs/152 miles NW of El Portal/Yosemite |
PLEASE ALLOW
EXTRA TIME DURING BUSY HOLIDAY PERIODS
Please click on
the area map below for a more detailed map and directions to the South Fork
American River.
California White Water Rafting - The South Fork
American River
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