Multi Day River Trips – Eel, Klamath, Trinity

New Dates just released for Eel River 2025!

Something magical happens to you when you are on an overnight rafting trip. We guarantee no cell phones, no computers, no beeping electric gadgets – just the sound of a crackling campfire and laughter, sleeping under the stars, fresh air, clean water, waking up to a beautiful river, great food, and wonderful memories that will last long after your trip.

We specialize in providing the highest quality overnight experience while on the river. With attention to detail, we plan your trip based on your group’s individual needs and interests. We pride ourselves in our delicious organic meals prepared from scratch, and our friendly experienced river guides.

We provide 1 to 3 night customized trips on both scenic (class II) and whitewater (class III-V) sections on the Trinity, Klamath, Eel, and Salmon Rivers. All food, drinks, transportation, rafting and camping gear, and experienced river guides are included in the price of the trip. Group rates do apply. All food and gear is provided, making our trips the easiest camp out ever! Six Rivers Rafting is committed to providing the best experience, our menu is custom and organic and can be modified for any diets. Inflatable kayaks and SUPs are available for many portions of these trips.

All reservations must be made at least one week in advance to allow for preparation. Availability of specific trips depends on the flow conditions and other reservations. Most overnight trips run from April through September.

Overnight trips require a 20% non-refundable deposit due no later than one month prior to the trip date. This policy helps us cover the costs associated with the advanced preparation required for this type of trip. Group discounts may apply. Please call 707-599-4221 or email us at sixriversrafting@gmail.com to book an amazing custom overnight rafting trip.

Upper Trinity River, Overnight Multiday Trip Class II-III+ (*Most Popular Sections of River)

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• 1 Night & 2 Days- $399.00/per person
• 2 Nights & 3 Days – $569.00/per person
• 3 Nights & 4 Days- $749.00/per person

Don’t want to miss out on the excitement of a whitewater trip? Then this is the perfect combination trip for you, as this trip includes our favorite sections of river and rapids! Spend a day on our most popular whitewater run, Pigeon Point, and get your adrenaline pumping! It’s a perfect trip for beginners, and we can take children as young as 7 on this fun and exciting section.

With one and up to three nights on the river, you’ll pass through many miles of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. You will have plenty of time to relax, splash and play on the beautiful Trinity River in between all the rapids.  The recommended minimum age is 7+.

Includes:

• Private and Secure Parking during duration of your Trip
• Air Conditioned Office to place Heat or Cold Sensitive Valuables
• Wi-Fi and Cell Service, to check in with loved ones before and after your wilderness excursion!
• Dry Bags for your Personal Items
• Life Jacket, Helmet, Paddle, Water Bottle
• Splash Jacket, Wetsuit, Booties (As needed)
• Breakfast, Lunch, Appetizer, Dinner, Beverages
• Sleeping Bag & Tent must be reserved in advance if needed.
• Professional & Well Trained Guides to Navigate you Safely down the river

Klamath River, Overnight Multiday Trip Class II-III (-IV)

• 2 Nights & 3 Days – $599.00/per person
• 3 Nights & 4 Days- $799.00/per person

*For all Klamath River trips please add $150/vehicle for your group for the shuttles/storage while we are on the river*

The Klamath River is one of the first rivers in California to be granted National “Wild and Scenic” river status; it has much to offer as it runs free for 180 miles to the Pacific Ocean. It is home to nearly 100 species of mammals and 280 species of birds. The upper stretch is home to thrilling class III-V whitewater- a boaters dream. Anglers are pleased with its world famous and bountiful salmon and steelhead runs. Nature lovers enjoy splendid and diverse wildlife and scenery as it carves an ancient path through some of America’s most wild country- the Cascade, Siskiyou, Sierra, and Lost Coast Mountain Ranges. The Lower section of the Klamath in California gently winds through scenic brilliance in the northwest corner of the state near the Oregon border. This trip is family friendly or adults only.  Minimum recommended age is 8+.

Includes:

• Private and Secure Parking during duration of your Trip
• Dry Bags for your Personal Items
• Life Jacket, Helmet, Paddle, Water Bottle
• Splash Jacket, Wetsuit, Booties (As needed)
• Breakfast, Lunch, Appetizer, Dinner, Beverages
• Sleeping Bag & Tent must be reserved in advance if needed.

Lower Trinity River, Overnight Multiday Trip Class II

• Night & 2 Days- $399.00/per person
• 2 Nights & 3 Days – $589.00/per person
• 3 Nights & 4 Days- $769.00/per person

This is a popular scenic trip and it makes for an amazing overnight experience. This mellow stretch is great for families with young children or those wanting a relaxing, beautiful experience with lots of wildlife. This is a perfect trip if you want to kayak or SUP.

• Includes:
• Dry Bags for your Personal Items
• Life Jacket, Helmet, Paddle, Water Bottle
• Splash Jacket, Wetsuit, Booties (As needed)
• Breakfast, Lunch, Appetizer, Dinner, Beverages
• Sleeping Bag & Tent must be reserved in advance if needed.

EEL RIVER OVERNIGHT MULTIDAY TRIP (CLASS III+) (SPRING ONLY)

April 24th-27th, 2025 – 4 Nights 3 Days – Click to Book Now

3 Nights 4 Days – $1025/person

This seldom run river has beautiful top notch scenery, fun rapids,and amazing solitude.  It follows the now abandoned Northwestern Pacific Railway Line.  This 46 mile run can be done in 3 days, but is best as a 4 or 5 day expedition trip, leaving time for exploring along old railroad tracks, and up tributaries and side canyons.  The camping here is excellent, as are the opportunities for spotting wildlife.  This run is an excellent option for those really wanting to get off the beaten path and go somewhere not many others ever do.  As it is a spring run, the weather can be fickle.  April and May are the optimal times to get on the Eel, we launch from Dos Rios and float down to Alderpoint.  For a private group trip the minimum group size is 10.  Groups of 1 can add to our annual end of April trip, which maxes out at 16 people.

******Pricing Does Not Includes Credit Card Processing Fee, which is waived if paying with a Check.

Includes:

• Private and Secure Parking during duration of your Trip
• Dry Bags for your Personal Items
• Life Jacket, Helmet, Paddle, Water Bottle
• Drysuits (If Available) or Wetsuits (If Needed)
• Breakfast, Lunch, Appetizer, Dinner, Beverages
• Sleeping Bag & Tent must be reserved in advance if needed.
• Professional & Well Trained Guides to Navigate you Safely down the river

What people are saying about the Eel River Overnight River Trip:

TripAdvisor
Eel River Canyon in springtime
Apr 2023 • Friends
“It was an incredible trip- just the right amounts of adventure, teamwork, relaxation, laughter, nonstop gorgeous scenery, and fabulous food. Pete and his team were the best- great rowers, guides, hard working, funny, fun, and helpful. This particular trip was of great interest to me professionally, as I’m working on a trail project along the river we ran (great redwood trail). They accommodated and encouraged me to explore without interfering with other guests’ needs and interests. I can’t wait for the next trip with Six Rivers. This one was life changing!”

Six Rivers of Fun
Apr 2023
“My cousin and I took a four day, three night trip with Pete and his team. If you are even thinking about choosing Six Rivers Rafting to book a trip with, go for it! They are super friendly, funny, and fabulous guides. Oh one more “f” would be “food.” They prep and cook delicious meals with high quality ingredients and were careful to accommodate individual dietary needs. There were many spectacular wildlife sightings, including a nesting pair of eagles swirling around in flight, and their fledgling sticking its head out of a huge nest. We also saw a couple coyotes (from the boat), bear tracks, etc. Oh, and my fancy carbon tent poles broke, but fortunately Pete had packed an extra tent! Rafting is quite a luxurious experience compared to backpacking! 🙂 The other guests were lovely, both of them knowledgeable conservationists! As a city person, it was a much needed getaway with delightful people and full of laughter”.

Recommended Packing List:

What to pack

On the River

Spring:

When wearing a wetsuit:  Fleece layers to go on top of wetsuit and under drytop.

When wearing a drysuit: Long johns and Fleece Pants on bottom, Wool and Fleece for your top, Wool Socks(medium thickness), 1 Pair of Shoes with drainage and with Grippy Tread and for wet rocks- for drysuit, please size up a half of full size to fit over the sock on the drysuit, as well as the sock under the drysuit. For example, put on a pair of lightweight socks, and a pair of mid weight wool socks, then try on your shoes. If you can’t wiggle your toes, they are too small, keep sizing up.

For Camp:

• Pants and Shorts
• Casual Shirts
• Socks
• Hats (Depending on season)
• Appropriate Shoes: River Shoes, Camp Shoes, Hiking Shoes. Your feet are the most harmed body part during river trips, protect them by being mindful of the shoes your wear, especially those toes!

Cozy Wear! 

• • ***Spring: Fleece Jacket/Down Jacket, Hoodie or Long Sleeves. Wool Socks(2 Thick, 3 Medium and 1 Light thickness for all activities)  Fleece Pants, Long Johns, and other Quick dry material.  Wool and Synthetic material are always best for cooler temp adventuring.  
• ***Summer: Sundresses, Shorts, Light pants, UPF Material clothing, light pajamas, Quick dry material for clothing is always your best bet for any month.
• Rain Jacket (Optional in Summer Months)
• Sleeping bag (Can be provided, must be reserved in advance)
• Pillow – Regular sized pillows recommended, must be able to be packed into a dry bag
• Towel
• Headlamp/Flashlight
• Beanie for the Spring Months, Hat for Summer
• Book, Journal, Cards, etc for downtime
• Personal hygiene items (Lotion,Toothbrush, Sunscreen, Bug Spray, etc)

****Pro Tip:  For small items such as personal hygiene of book, instead of having them loose in your large drybag with all your clothing, we recommend placing them in a small soft pack bag that is easy to reach in, grab, and go when you get to camp at the end of the day.  This can also be done to clothing.

All of these will go into a provided drybag just for you. They are large drybags, but be mindful about how much you bring.  When sealed properly, they don’t leak. But as a precaution, don’t bring anything that is susceptable to water damage.

Loose Itinerary for most trips:

Meeting Day

9am on the First Day of your trip: *****(For specialty Trips on the Eel, Klamath, or Salmon, the meeting time and location will be different)

Meet at our shop at 38400 St. Hwy 299 where you will park inside the gated lot and stroll over to our office where will take care of all the neceassry paperwork and get you checked in for the trip. You will be handed a large Expedition dry bag to start packing your gear for the trip into.   This is the bag you that will be inaccesable during the daytime, but will be available at camp at the end of the day.  Smaller drybags can also be provided for stuff you would like to access during the day. 

• 10amYour guide/s will give you a thorough safety briefing, and run through an itinerary of your trip.  You will be fitted for a life jacket, helmet, and handed a paddle. Now you’re river ready! 
• If you didn’t bring a reusable water bottle, let us know, and we will provide one for the duration of your trip. 
• Listen carefully to the safety briefing, don’t hesitate to ask any and all questions. 
• On Day 1, you will be in a boat with your group, your guide, and your lunch for the day. Your belongings and everything needed will be ahead of you with another guide in the Gear Boat. They will head downriver after lunch and get a head start on unloading and setting up camp while you are hitting some whitewater rapids, and playing in the river!
• Activities expected during the duration of your trip:  Cliff Jumping, Swimming, Hike to a Waterfall, more Cliff Jumping, Lunch Prepared for you Riverside, Stargazing, Wildlife Viewing, and so much more!

Trinity to Klamath River, Willow Creek to Weitchpec, Overnight Multiday Trip Class II+ (III)

• 1 Night & 2 Days- $399.00/per person
• 2 Nights & 3 Days – $589.00/per person Trip
• 3 Nights & 4 Days- $769.00/per person

If you’re looking for a scenic mellow float that will put you far into the Northern California wilderness, then you’ve found your trip. You will get to camp overnight in the gorgeous Tish Tang Gorge, pass through some fun class II+ rapids, and enter into the remote and seldom traveled Weitchpec Gorge, all before reaching the confluence of the Trinity and Klamath Rivers. No other stretch on the Trinity will have you feeling so surrounded by rugged and vast wilderness. It launches from the town of Willow Creek, which is a short 45 minute drive from the Redwood Coastal Hwy 101. This trip takes you through deep canyons, amazing swimming spots, and a few exciting class II+ rapids!  There is no age minimum for this trip.

Includes:

• Dry Bags for your Personal Items
• Life Jacket, Helmet, Paddle, Water Bottle
• Splash Jacket, Wetsuit, Booties (As needed)
• Breakfast, Lunch, Appetizer, Dinner, Beverages
• Sleeping Bag & Tent must be reserved in advance if needed.

Spring Overnight Trips for Experienced Paddlers, Class IV+

These overnight trips require preparation and are only available early season based on river flows, so if you are interested in one these trip please call or email in advance.  The price is dependent on how many people will be in your party, how many days/nights and what river(s) we’ll be running.

Overnight Cal-Salmon River Rafting Trip

This is an epic class IV & V river experience! The Cal Salmon is a free-flowing river. With no upstream dams, the river depends on snowmelt for its flows. The California Salmon (Cal Salmon) is one of the wildest rivers in the west. Supreme beauty combined with thrilling class IV and V rapids make for trips to remember. Base camp is made at Nordheimer campground and two or three day trips can be planned depending on paddlers experience and river flows.  The Salmon Rivers has class III, III-IV, and IV-V options.  This trip is only for those who are good swimmers, experienced paddlers, and in good physical condition.

Cal Salmon 2 Day 1 Night Multi Day Trip $549/person

Cal Salmon 3 Day 2 Night Multi Day Trip $799/person

Overnight South Fork of the Trinity

The South Fork of the Trinity River flows 81 miles to the confluence of the Trinity River. 55 miles of this river were designated “wild and scenic” in 1972 and it has been called remote and obscure; one of the most wild river canyons in California. This class IV run includes two portages and is excellent for those with whitewater experience.