River Dancers California Sacramento Whitewater Rafting

The Klamath is California's second largest river and is part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers system.
This run, starting at the "Tree of Heaven" campground is perfect for a relaxing day of rafting and kayaking. The unique combination of moderate rapids, warm waters, superb scenery and abundant wildlife make for a inspiring and rejuvenating experience.
We'll learn about the region's history, geology, wildlife, ecology and the inherent value of all watersheds and the need to maintain them as healthy ecosystem.

Meeting time and place
We will meet the morning of our trip at 9:30 am at the "Tree of Heaven" campground. We will get off the river around 4 in the afternoon.
Traveling North on I-5, take the third Yreka exit, turn left under the freeway; at he stop sign, turn right onto Hwy 263. When you come to Hwy 96, turn left. Tree of Heaven is 4 miles down the road, the first campground on your left.

Traveling South, Hwy 96 is about 15 miles below the Oregon border, about 5 miles west of I-5.

Driving time from Mt. Shasta, 1 hr, Redding, 2 1/4 hrs, Ashland, 30 minutes
There are airports in Medford OR and Redding CA, with rental cars available.

TRIP INFORMATION
Safety
Your safety and comfort are our utmost concern. Our guides are mature, skilled professionals, certified in first aid and CPR. All trips are equipped with first aid kits and river rescue equipment. Safety procedures will be explained in detail prior to and during the trip. Because of the inherent risks involved with any outdoor activity, we are required to have you sign an acknowledgment of risk and release of liability before your trip.

Click here for our Liability Release Form in handy pdf version to print

Equipment
We supply the finest river equipment, including self-bailing rafts and inflatable kayaks, top-of-the-line Coast Guard approved life jackets and helmets.

Tipping
If you feel your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show your appreciation.

Souvenirs
River Dancers T-shirts and hats are nice mementos of your adventure. Ask your guides at the end of your trip.

WHAT TO BRING Bring a lunch, we will provide drinking water.

On the river
- Wetsuit ...if you do not have one, we will supply one to you, free of charge
- Swimsuits or shorts
- Tennis shoes, river sandals or river booties
- Wool, fleece or polypropylene socks
- Polypropylene or capilene top
- Fleece top or jacket
- Lightweight rain gear
- Wool or fleece hat
- Sunglasses with straps
- Sunscreen and lip balm

Do not forget to pack an extra set of dry clothes and shoes for the ride home. Please travel light, but bring what you need to be warm and comfortable in any weather conditions.

You will be getting wet! Wool or synthetic work best for cooler weather trips. Avoid cotton that dries slowly and has no insulating value.

If you would like to purchase some of your own river gear, go to NRS

Optional
- Camera with extra film
- Binoculars
- Spare glasses or contact lenses
- Insect repellent

We reserve the right to use any photographs taken by our staff during any trip for commercial or educational purposes.