 Calfornia river rafting on the the
California Salmon has long been regarded as one of the west's best whitewater
runs. Class IV and V rapids, requiring strong paddling, roar around every
corner. Towering waves, long rock gardens, powerful truck-sized holes, and
skinny chutes abound! Only when the occasional calm is encountered do you
realize that the canyon is one of the most scenic in the world. If this
California river rafting trip sounds right for you please read on! If you are
looking for other, not as wild options in the Northwest, please click
here.
This river is so special that it is listed as one of our National
Wild and Scenic Rivers. For those people who are active and adventurous, and
who seek to raft a truly challenging California river rafting run, the Cal
Salmon should be considered. Paddlers must have class IV paddling experience
and be able to pass the Class V Paddler's Test (see below). On three-day trips,
at certain water levels, we may run some stretches of the river twice.
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Trip Overview
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Destination Wilderness' Cal Salmon California
river rafting trip is offered from April through June. This trip, with
challenging, difficult, and exciting class IV and V rapids, is geared towards
experienced rafters. These two and three-day trips feature dozens of rapids
over approximately twenty river miles, incredibly experienced and caring
guides, comfortable riverside camping areas, state-of-the-art equipment, and
gourmet meals. This California river rafting trip includes such great rapids as
Freight Train, Cascade, Last Chance, Marble and many, many more class III, IV,
and V rapids. Those who have no paddling experience or wish to experience the
Cal Salmon in a different craft can request oar boats. All participants should
be healthy and fit.
Class V Paddlers
Test
Due to the rigorous challenges of paddling class V rapids
and the fitness levels required of all paddle boat participants, all paddlers
must be able to do the following: 1) Swim at least 100 yards in a river with a
strong stroke; 2) Run a mile without taking a break; 3) Balance on the ball of
one foot for one minute; and 4) Hang from a bar or branch for one minute. How
you
 handle this test and your frank appraisal of your prior
paddling experience will help you analyze and determine your ability to paddle
class V. These trips are strenuous and difficult, so be sensible.
If
you cannot pass this test and want to paddle, please select one of our many
less difficult rivers. We may require paddlers to pass this test or a similar
one at the put-in before each Cal Salmon trip. We reserve the right to turn
away at the put-in those who we feel are not well suited to these dangerous and
strenuous expeditions--in this case there is only a 50% credit applicable to
another trip.
California
River Rafting: Why Choose Destination Wilderness For Your Cal Salmon
Trip?
Destination Wilderness outfits great Cal Salmon trips.
Consider all that we provide on this great river:
 At Least Two Boats and Two
Guides Per Trip. On all of our Cal Salmon trips we always have at least two
licensed guides on the water. We believe that the safest possible trip starts
with appropriate staffing and that just one guide on the water is not as
effective as two or more. Therefore, we always have at least two boats and two
guides on each trip.
Full Safety Orientation and Gear. Before each Cal Salmon trip
we provide a thorough safety and instructional presentation. As part of our
full safety gear ensemble, each guest is provided with a specially designed
rafting helmet, wetsuits, and when needed, paddle jackets.
 Experienced Class V River Guides. Each Cal Salmon rafting
trip trip is led by guides with years of experience rafting challenging class
IV and V rivers in the northwest and beyond. This wealth of experience results
in trips operated by guides who know well the California Salmon and who have
the skills necessary to run the safest possible trips.
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California
River Rafting on the Cal Salmon!
March to September
