The All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting Blog

Rafting in California continues after Labor Day, with plenty of trips still running for those ready to hit the river. Discover what’s available now and plan your late-season rafting adventure today!

In addition to our guide staff, many more hands are at work behind the scenes of a rafting company. From start to finish, do you know how many people worked to make your trip run smoothly?

Curious about the unique whitewater rafting destination that is Goodwin Canyon? Where is this Class 4+ run located, and why is October the best time to raft here? Keep reading to find out!

Fall weather in the Sierra foothills is mostly mild, making this season a good time to go rafting. AO guide Michael explains what to wear for a fall rafting trip to get maximum enjoyment out of your day on the river.

There are a number of technical terms that guides must understand before they even get out on the water. Take a look at some of the vocabulary terms necessary for an educated conversation and execution of a rafting trip.

A drive up I-80 from any of the three forks of the American River will land you in a hub of Northern California recreation opportunities: North Lake Tahoe! See what makes it the perfect add-on to your rafting trip.

What do you know about the South Fork American River beyond the rapids? Discover where the river’s water originates, where it flows after the whitewater, and the experiences it offers along the way.

From fire, to high water, to a global pandemic – All-Outdoors has faced it all. We believe that every challenge is a lesson learned. Here’s some of what we have learned over the past decade.

Wrap, surf, dumptruck… These everyday terms can mean something quite different to a whitewater rafter. Find out why, and learn about some more river moves and scenarios.

The two most popular destinations for white water rafting in California: a side-by-side comparison of the South Fork and the Middle Fork of the American River. Which river will you choose?