California Rafting Outfitters

There are an amazing number of rafting outfitters in the state of California. Most are "mom and pop" companies that provide personal service and smaller sized trips. Some outfitters are a large corporations focused on larger sized trips that run many different rivers. Each river company also hires guides that have varied style and personality.

The outfitters provide the river permits, insurance, equipment, trained guides,rafts, and shuttles. Most are in the rafting business because they love river rafting and running trips.

Action Whitewater Adventures (AWA)

Adventure Connection

All-Outdoors

American River Touring Association (ARTA)

American Whitewater Expeditions

Environmental Travelling Companions (ETC)

Kern River Outfitters

Kern River Tours

Mariah Wilderness Expeditions

Momentum River Expeditions

Mother Lode River Center

Northwest Rafting Company

O.A.R.S. Inc.

Redwoods and Rivers

Sierra South Mountain Sports

Tributary Whitewater Tours

W.E.T. River Trips

Whitewater Connection

Whitewater Excitement

Whitewater Voyages

Wilderness Adventures

Zephyr Whitewater

Disclaimer: River descriptions and classifications may change due to natural events that may create new hazards or flows. C-W-R advises that any paddler that uses this site be additionally informed by seeking out local news and updates for changes on this river.