Mother Lode River Center

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The only American River rafting company combining rafting plus a zip line & ropes challenge course. With 46 years of experience & the best safety record in the industry, we've guided over 290,000 happy guests on the 3 forks of the wildly popular American River. Our private campground spans 1/2 mile of riverfront with hot showers running on solar power, canvas tents & cottage rentals, huge riverside group camping sites, flush toilets, volleyball court, charming river stone walkways leading to beautiful river views, a calm eddy pool for swimming and soaking your feet, & close access to 25 miles of hiking & biking trails along the river. Our experienced professional staff will help with all your needs from whitewater rafting to gourmet meals. The River Center is an essential stop between the Bay Area and Lake Tahoe. We start rafting in March and go all the way through October. In addition, we offer outdoor education & team building ropes course programs for schools & businesses.The only American River rafting company combining rafting plus a zip line & ropes challenge course. With 46 years of experience & the best safety record in the industry, we've guided over 290,000 happy guests on the 3 forks of the wildly popular American River. Our private campground spans 1/2 mile of riverfront with hot showers running on solar power, canvas tents & cottage rentals, huge riverside group camping sites, flush toilets, volleyball court, charming river stone walkways leading to beautiful river views, a calm eddy pool for swimming and soaking your feet, & close access to 25 miles of hiking & biking trails along the river. Our experienced professional staff will help with all your needs from whitewater rafting to gourmet meals. The River Center is an essential stop between the Bay Area and Lake Tahoe. We start rafting in March and go all the way through October. In addition, we offer outdoor education & team building ropes course programs for schools & businesses.