California Rafting on The South Fork of the American River has become the most popular whitewater rafting adventure in the Western US with over fifty spectacular rapids on its 20 mile course through California's historic Gold Country. Located in California's El Dorado County, the American River flows through a beautiful gorge in a wilderness setting. American River rafting trips run seven days per week from April until October with some of the most dependable water flows in the West.

No experience is necessary to enjoy the adventure of rafting on the world-class American River. We are very experienced in the art of running a sensational river rafting adventure. Beyond Limits Adventures has an unparalleled safety record, and our river guides have the reputation of being some of the most experienced and best guides in California. Most of our staff has more than 10 years of professional rafting experience on the South Fork of the American River! We know how to make your rafting trip a fun-filled and action-packed adventure! Our rafts are all new self-bailing paddle boats, and our rafting equipment is washed, sanitized, and dried daily. Our food is freshly prepared at our modern kitchen facility on the day of your trip.

South Fork American - 1 DayTrip
The South Fork 1 Day is the most popular rafting trip in California, let us show you why! It is the perfect choice for most large groups, families and first timers. We start with a short section of easy rapids, stop for lunch and an afternoon of excellent class 3+ whitewater awaits us in the Gorge! Meets at 10am every day from May through September.

South Fork American- 2 Day Trip
California's best 2 day rafting vacation! We've combined this spectacular river experience with comfortable riverfront resort camping and a bountiful meal package. Trips start every Monday, Thursday and Saturday now through September.

South Fork American - 1 Day Upper - $99 Special
This is an excellent choice for a 1-Day trip in California for a high quality whitewater rafting adventure with a barbecue lunch served after the trip. The upper "Chili Bar" section of the South Fork is an exciting ride through a narrow canyon chocked full of class 3 and 3+ rapids. Trips meet at 9:00AM every day from April through August.

South Fork American - 1/2 Day Trip - Gorge Run
This half day trip is a great choice for groups looking for a fun trip that doesn't take the whole day to run. Our trips start off easy so first timers will have time to get comfortable in the rafts before we hit the rapids in the famous South Fork Gorge. Trips meet at 1:00 PM every day from April through October.

South Fork American - 1/2 Day Trip - Chili Bar
This is perhaps the best value in California for a high quality whitewater rafting adventure. The upper "Chili Bar" section of the South Fork is an exciting ride through a narrow canyon chocked full of class 3 and 3+ rapids. Trips meet at 9:00AM every day from April through October.

South Fork American - 1/2 Day Trip - Lotus Run
The Lotus section of the South Fork American River is a great option for families or groups with small children. Kids as young as 5 years old can enjoy floating the waters of this scenic stretch of river with one of our skilled and friendly guides.