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South Fork American River
Chili Bar to Salmon Falls
High-volume, reliable summer flows for day laps. California's most accessible whitewater near Sacramento.
Trip overview
Difficulty
Class III
Typical length
1 day
Common season
Apr-Oct
Region
California
Access overview
Put-in
Chili Bar
Take-out
Salmon Falls
Plan with current information
River conditions, access, permits, closures, and hazards can change. Confirm current details with the managing agency, official gauges, and local experts before departure.