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Map of rivers and driving times to South & Middle Forks
Places to Stay - Camping and Lodging for the South Fork
Camping and Lodging for the Middle Fork
Camping and Lodging for the Merced
River Conditions
Places of Interest - Historic Sites, Activities

Map of Our California Rivers

map of the rivers

The South Fork and Middle Fork American Rivers are located in the heart of central California's Gold Country, in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills about an hour east of Sacramento near Placerville and Auburn. In addition to wonderful whitewater rafting, this unique area offers many activites and places of interest to enjoy after your rafting trip.


map for driving drections

Camping on the South Fork Area near Coloma

camping is great in ColomaMariah Wilderness Expedition's Riverside Campground: Many of our South Fork and Middle Fork trips include camping at our South Fork Wilderness camp. For other trips, you may add camping and meals at our camp.
Please call our office: (800) 462-7424 to check on availability and reserve your space.

Camping in the Middle Fork Area Near Auburn

Lodging in the Merced Area

Camping in the Merced Area

  • Midpines/Yosemite KOA: 209-966-2201
  • Indian Flat RV Park: 209-379-2339
  • Yosemite Trail Camp: 877-374-2900
  • Yosemite National Park: 800-436-7275

Close to Yosemite Valley, El Portal & Our Meeting Place

Lodging in Auburn Area

  • Auburn Inn: 800-272-1444
  • Best Western Golden Key: 530-885-8611
  • Travel Lord: 530-885-7025
  • Other lodging: Auburn Visitor's Bureau, 530-885-5616
  • Rafting is great fun!

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P.O. Box 70248
Point Richmond, CA 94807
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