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A: Yes, we do not allow rafters under two years of age.
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A: Yes, you can bring alcohol. The only time you cannot is during the Fourth of July weekend, which is due to a state law. You can also bring a cooler, but it must be reasonably sized, for example, one person should be able to carry it comfortably. There is no glass or Styrofoam allowed on our river for safety and environmental reasons.
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A: Kids can go without adults if they are 15 or older, as long as a parent comes and sign the release form at the time of the trip.
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A: Children 12 and younger must wear their life jackets throughout the trip. Rafters older than that just have to keep the provided jacket in the raft.
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A: No, we require that each raft have at least two capable paddlers to maintain control.
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A: Swimwear is generally the status quo, but you may wear whatever you like. Be aware that you can and most likely will get wet. Footwear is required, flip-flops are fine.
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A: You shouldn’t bring anything on the trip that you don’t want to lose or get wet. While you’re not likely to get completely soaked, you don’t want to take any chances with things. Don’t bring your car keys, cameras that aren’t waterproof, and wedding rings. These things tend to get lost in the river a lot. Putting a pair of Chums on your sunglasses is a good idea too.
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A: No fishing is allowed off the rafts as there are many others enjoying the river as well and fishing hooks and lines are a danger to other river-goers and the boats.
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A: There are several port-a-potties along way for your convenience.
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A: Generally 65-70 degrees.
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A: Yes! We love dogs and allow them on the trip. If you have more than two or very large breed dogs call us (530-583-0123) for more information. Please be aware that the River Ranch Lodge does not allow dogs on its patio. If you plan on enjoying the facilities at River Ranch, please leave your dogs at home.
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A: 5 miles which usually takes 2-3 hours depending on if you stop to picnic or swim in the various swimming holes.
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A: Very, it is a mild float, which is classified as class one. There are five little rapids along the way, the most challenging being the end stretch.
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A: Yes, in our convenience store.
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A: No, the only people on your raft are the ones in your party.
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A: Yes, that way you are guaranteed a spot for rafting, although if there are a huge number of people rafting that day, your time may be pushed back. You can make a reservation up to 2 hours before the time you want to go rafting, although we encourage you to do it sooner.
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A: It is only 5 miles down river from the launch site right across from the River Ranch Restaurant and Lodge. There is a sign, with our logo and Orange flags in the driveway as well as a big ORANGE raft. And 2200 on the guardrails in big orange numbers! This is where the raft trip ends and our shuttle will take you to the start.
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A: You must cancel 24 hours in advance of your trip for a full refund. You can always reschedule.
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A: No, we have many different raft sizes and the Launchmaster will determine what rafts you get according to your group size, the water levels and raft availability.
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A: Please be advised that we will follow all local and state protocols as they relate to Covid. We take extra care to sanitize equipment and provide sanitation stations at our kiosks, on our buses and parking lots.
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A: Yes you can. To do this, please email us at info@tahoeraft.com at least 24 hours in advance of your reservation.
