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Discover the thrill of rafting the East Fork Carson River near Markleeville, CA. Enjoy rapids, hot springs, and stunning Sierra Nevada views on a private adventure for all skill levels.
Discover the thrill of rafting the East Fork Carson River near Markleeville, CA. Enjoy rapids, hot springs, and stunning Sierra Nevada views on a private adventure for all skill levels.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Tahoe Whitewater Tours · Markleeville, California
moderate.
3–4 hours.
Participants should be in general good health with basic swimming ability and comfortable in moving water.
No prior rafting experience is necessary. The trip is suitable for all skill levels and guided by professional instructors.
Bring quick-dry clothes, water shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and a waterproof bag for personal items.
Yes, a delicious lunch is included, served outdoors with beautiful views.
This trip is generally family-friendly, but participants should be comfortable with moderate physical activity and water safety.
Yes, Tahoe Whitewater Tours offers private bookings for families, friends, or corporate groups.
In case of unsafe weather or river conditions, your guide will reschedule your experience or offer a full refund.
The East Fork Carson River area has historical significance as a route used by Native American tribes and early settlers.
Tahoe Whitewater Tours follows Leave No Trace principles to protect the river ecosystem and surrounding wilderness.
Tahoe Whitewater Tours operates guided whitewater rafting trips across Northern California and the eastern Sierra Nevada, offering options from gentle Class II floats to adrenaline-packed Class IV+ runs. The company focuses on professionally guided, single-day and multi-day experiences on rivers such as the Truckee, Middle Fork and North Fork of the American River, the South Fork American River (including Chili Bar and the Gorge), and the East Fork of the Carson River’s Hangmans Run. Trips include half-day and full-day runs — Boca to Floriston, Boca to Verdi, Verdi to Mayberry, Tunnel Chute on the Middle Fork, Chamberlain Falls on the North Fork, and regionally significant South Fork runs that trace Gold Rush history. Tahoe Whitewater Tours also runs a Guide School (May 16–29) that teaches river‑running skills and prepares participants for summer guiding opportunities. Guides are trained in swiftwater rescue, customer safety, and rivercraft; equipment meets industry standards for life jackets, helmets, and rafts. The business emphasizes environmental stewardship, following leave-no-trace principles and working within national forest regulations. Booking options accommodate families, first-time rafters, and experienced paddlers seeking technical rapids. Customer reviews highlight knowledgeable guides, memorable canyon scenery, and reliably run itineraries. Logistics such as lunch on extended trips, shuttle service from meeting points, and clear age and fitness requirements are communicated at booking. For travelers seeking a mix of scenic wilderness, historic riverside stories, and whitewater excitement, Tahoe Whitewater Tours provides a range of vetted experiences backed by professional training and seasonal scheduling. Advanced trips require prior experience and fitness.
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