California Whitewater Rafting Market Report
September 2026 — Pricing, destinations, and market data from 42 outfitters.
Median per-person starting price across 16 verified prices (owner-submitted or high-confidence listings). Typical range is the 10th–90th percentile, so single outliers don't skew the picture.
Pricing by Trip Type
| Trip Type | Avg | Min | Max | Outfitters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | $137 | $40 | $339 | 15 |
| Full Day | $146 | $79 | $339 | 15 |
| Family Friendly | $137 | $40 | $339 | 15 |
| Multi-Day | $148 | $79 | $339 | 14 |
| Overnight | $153 | $79 | $339 | 13 |
| Extreme | $121 | $99 | $165 | 3 |
River Class Breakdown
Top Destinations
| City | Outfitters | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Coloma | 9 | $195 |
| Lotus | 8 | $160 |
| Kernville | 6 | $132 |
| Truckee | 3 | $78 |
| San Francisco | 3 | -- |
| Groveland | 2 | $165 |
| Angels Camp | 1 | $121 |
| Columbia | 1 | -- |
| Coulterville | 1 | -- |
| Walnut Creek | 1 | -- |
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