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Sierra Nevada

Rafting activities in Sierra Nevada

  1. Rafting

    From about late May to July, floating the Merced River from Stoneman Meadow, near Curry Village, to Sentinel Bridge is a leisurely way to soak up Yosemite Valley views.

    Raft rentals for the 3-mile trip are available at Curry Village and include equipment and a tram ride back to the rental kiosk. Rafting above Yosemite Stables or below Cathedral Beach Picnic Area is forbidden.

    River rats are also drawn to the fierce Tuolumne River, a classic Class IV run that plunges and thunders through boulder gardens and cascades. Both Oars and Zephyr Whitewater Expeditions run a variety of trips.

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  2. Raft Rentals

    Rentals for floating the Merced River from Stoneman Meadow, near Curry Village, to Sentinel Bridge (a 3-mile trip) are available at Curry Village and include equipment and a tram ride back to the rental kiosk. Rafting above Yosemite Stables or below Cathedral Beach Picnic Area is forbidden.

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  3. Truckee River Raft Rentals

    The Truckee River is gentle and wide as it flows northwest from the lake - perfect for novice rafters who like to drag a six-pack behind the boat. Truckee River Raft Rentals rents rafts for the 5-mile float from Tahoe City to the River Ranch Lodge, including transportation back to town.

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  4. Tributary Whitewater Tour

    From roughly June to September, Tributary Whitewater Tour operates a thrilling 7-mile, half-day rafting run on the Truckee River from Boca to Floriston (about 6 miles northeast of Truckee off the I-80) on Class III+ rapids.

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  5. Tributary Whitewater Tour

    From roughly June to September, Tributary Whitewater Tour operates a thrilling 7-mile, half-day rafting run on the Truckee River from Boca to Floriston (about 6 miles northeast of Truckee off the I-80) on Class III+ rapids.

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