Napa Valley is one of the premier travel destinations in the world. Napa is home to breathtaking views, wineries, spas, hotels, bed and breakfasts, wine tasting, world class restaurants like the French Laundry, and mud baths at famous spots such as Calistoga.
While Napa sounds like heaven on earth, it is still missing one key activity-whitewater rafting! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced whitewater rafting enthusiast, nothing gets the adrenaline flowing and the smiles on everyone’s face like a trip down one of California’s exciting rivers. Come to the Sierra Neveda region of California to enjoy a day of whitewater river rafting. We offer Class II and III whitewater rafting trips that your family can enjoy, and for those of you looking to boost your adrenaline, we offer great Class IV whitewater rafting experiences.
- Middle Fork American—1:40 hours (94 miles) from Napa
- South Fork American—1:50 hours (103 miles) from Napa
- North Fork American—1:50 hours (103 miles) from Napa
- Merced River—3:30 hour drive (186 miles) from Napa
- Kaweah River—4:45 hour drive (267 miles) from Napa
Take a Day Trip from Napa & Come Rafting with Us
Besides beautiful views, countless wineries, restaurants, shopping, bed and breakfasts, and mud baths, Napa has myriad activities to keep you busy—which is why it remains a world class destination and a wonderful place to live.
You can experience Napa in an unforgettable way such as a hot air balloon ride, or take a ride on the famous Valley Wine Train and experience the great wines Napa has to offer. Napa also offers great golf courses, farmers markets, beaches and parks, recreational sports, and tours and sightseeing. But if you are looking for a day of whitewater rafting adventure, American River Recreation will show you the rafting trip of your life in the nearby Gold Country. Come for our guided rafting trips and stay to experience the Gold Country.