California whitewater - American River - North Fork, Northern Sierra Nevada, Placer County Placer county, Confluence with Middle Fork to Folsom Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     3 miles   The wonderful Placer County scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. The Confluence with Middle Fork to Folsom Lake section of American River - North Fork is 3 miles long and has been rated as a class II section by American Whitewater. The put-in location is a short drive from Sacramento—Arden-Arcade—Roseville,     there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Confluence with Middle Fork to Folsom Lake section is just one of many. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. Whitewater paddling here in the Northern Sierra Nevada is a great experience. There are nice comfortable hotels here, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places. This is a pretty short section so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: American   River - North Fork gets a great deal of water; January is the month that gets the most rain; July is when it's the driest. Tamaroo Bar is a great site to check out nearby, and you simply must stop by Pointed Rocks while you're here at American River - North Fork. All the outdoors exciting things in the Northern Sierra Nevada will keep you coming back repeatedly. For the duration of the long summer days highs here at American River - North Fork get into the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 50's. Throughout the wintertime highs are commonly in the 40's, and nighttime lows at American River - North Fork through the wintertime ordinarily fall into the 20's. American River - North Fork, Confluence with Middle Fork to Folsom Lake road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 3 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.91529 Longitude: -121.03611 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.8777 Longitude: -121.0569 Paddler input for American River - North Fork, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at American River - North Fork, Northern Sierra Nevada, California Local climate location: NEVADA CITY 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Golden Key, Auburn 2 miles away Located in the heart of Gold Country, a 'treasure' awaits you at the Best Western Golden Key in Auburn. You can explore oak and pine forests as well as discover the history and excitement of the Gold ... Comfort Inn Central, Auburn 2 miles away The Comfort Inn Central is ideally located just 30 miles from Sacramento with easy access from local freeways. Hotel is close to Thunder Valley Casino, the American River Canyon, the Sierra Nevadas an... Super 8 Motel - Auburn, Auburn 2 miles away Located in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Super Eight Auburn is in the Heart of the Mother Lode. Take Advantage of the American River Nearby, as well as many Lakes in the Region. Visit ...   Northern Sierra Nevada Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Northern Sierra Nevada. Northern Sierra Nevada Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Northern Sierra Nevada. All California Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in California. Books about whitewater paddling on American River - North Fork, California List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on American River - North Fork, California. Find a whitewater outfitter in California Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near American River - North Fork.   Whitewater Near American River - North Fork: American River - Middle Fork, Placer / El Dorado County , 6 miles away, Class I(II) - 7.1 miles long (former Greenwood Bridge to Mammoth Bar) American River - South Fork, El Dorado County , 8 miles away, Class III+ - 15 miles long (Lotus Campground to Folsom Lake) Bear River, Nevada / Placer County , 11 miles away, Class II-V - 11 miles long (Highway 174 Bridge to Lake Combie) American River - South Fork, El Dorado County , 11 miles away, Class II-IV - 20.5 miles long (Route 193 to Folsom Lake) American River - North Fork, Placer County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Colfax-Foresthill Road Bridge to Ponderosa Way Bridge) American River - Middle Fork, Placer/El Dorado County , 11 miles away, Class II-IV(V+) - 17 miles long (Oxbow Bend to Drivers Flat Road) American River - North Fork, Placer County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 4.8 miles long (Colfax-Iowa Hill Road to Colfax-Foresthill Road Bridge) American River - North Fork, Placer County , 19 miles away, Class IV-V - 14.5 miles long (Euchre Bar to Colfax-Iowa Hill Road) Cosumnes River, El Dorado / Amador / Sacramento County , 21 miles away, Class II-V - 20 miles long (Highway 49 to Highway 16) American River - South Fork, El Dorado County , 22 miles away, Class IV-V - 7 miles long (Slab Creek Dam to White Rock Powerhouse)   Ski Areas Near American River - North Fork: Soda Springs, California , 51 miles away, 625 vertical feet Boreal, California , 54 miles away, 500 vertical feet Sugar Bowl, California , 54 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Donner Ski Ranch, California , 54 miles away, 750 vertical feet Alpine Meadows, California , 58 miles away, 1802 vertical feet Squaw Valley, California , 58 miles away, 2850 vertical feet Tahoe Donner, California , 60 miles away, 600 vertical feet Homewood, California , 62 miles away, 1650 vertical feet Granlibakken, California , 63 miles away, 300 vertical feet Northstar at Tahoe, California , 67 miles away, 2280 vertical feet   Hotels Near American River - North Fork: Best Western Golden Key, Auburn , 2 miles away Comfort Inn Central, Auburn , 2 miles away Super 8 Motel - Auburn, Auburn , 2 miles away Quality Inn Auburn, Auburn , 2 miles away Holiday Inn AUBURN, Auburn , 2 miles away   Camp Grounds Near American River - North Fork: Bowman Mobile Home and Park, Auburn, 2 miles away Auburn Koa Kampground, Auburn, 4 miles away Ponderosa Rv Resort, Auburn, 7 miles away   Golf Courses Near American River - North Fork: Black Oak Golf Course, Auburn , 4 miles away   Lakes Near American River - North Fork