Whitewater Rafting,
Ropes Course, Zipline & Camping along the American River
Get ready for your Best Day Ever!
Safe, Fun and Transformative River Experiences for All...
Mother Lode is committed to the highest quality American River Rafting. If you are looking for whitewater rafting along the American River, challenge ropes, zipline, camping, natural history or perhaps a custom combination of experiences, Mother Lode has what you need.
Safety: Our first priority for 50+ Years
Over 300,000 People connected to rivers since 1974.
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Outdoor Education
Need an alternative to cell phones and video games? Our Outdoor Education Programs provide hands-on learning while inspiring a deeper connection and appreciation for the great outdoors.
Great for school field trips and class retreats, our educational modules can be sequenced and combined to meet your needs.
MOTHER LODE’S COMMITMENT TO RIVERS
California is home to an amazing diversity of whitewater rivers which are truly world treasures! Protecting this sacred resource and sharing it with you is our passion.
As we begin our second half century, over 30,000 letters, hand written by our over 300,000 happy participants, have helped protect 15 of California’s most endangered rivers to date. This is the magic of the river experience….
We look forward to seeing you on the river soon!
Scott, Greg and the MaLode Crew
Very few things in life can beat a day on the river
An experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.
