Truckee River Rafting is Tahoe’s original raft company.
Truckee River Rafting has been family owned and operated since 1973. You begin your leisurely float in Tahoe City, along a peaceful stretch of the Truckee River, ending at the River Ranch Restaurant.
Can you float down Truckee River on your own?
Floating the Truckee offers a relaxing way to cool off when the Sierra summer sun is at its peak. Floaters can bring their own equipment or hire a raft (self-guided) from one of two outfitters. Flowing out of the northwest corner of the lake at Tahoe City, the Truckee runs north through a forested river canyon.
How long does it take to float the Truckee River?
How long does it take to float the Truckee River to River Ranch. The trip can take 2-3 hours, depending on the river level/flow and how often you choose to stop along the way.
How do you float the Truckee River?
For a three-hour journey, start at Mayberry Park (101 Woodland Ave., Reno) for a 5.5-mile ride, and head to Crissie Caughlin Park (3415 Idlewild Drive, Reno) for a 3-mile float that lasts about two hours. If you’re looking to sneak in a shorter float, the Whitewater Park offers two channels that range in difficulty.
Can you kayak the Truckee River?
The Truckee River is a wonderful and beautiful place to recreate, whether you are whitewater rafting, kayaking, inner tubing, swimming, fishing, or wading.
Where can I fish the Little Truckee River?
The upper section of the Little Truckee River is available to the public west of Highway 89. The rest of the upper reaches is located on private property. The best section to fish the Little Truckee is the area below Stampede Reservoir, which is a three mile long wild trout paradise.
Can you swim in the Truckee River?
Family and friends can enjoy swimming or floating the Truckee River.
Is there a lazy river in Reno?
Reno’s Truckee River is among the most popular tubing sites in the entire state and a fantastic natural lazy river upon which to spend the day with old friends—and perhaps make new ones.
How cold is the Truckee River right now?
Water temperature in Truckee today is 41°F.
Does the Truckee River ever flood?
Floods are common on the volatile Truckee River which has had 20 major floods in the last 145 years, giving a statistical chance of a serious flood every 10 years or so.
Can you raft from Truckee to Reno?
For those looking to float the river in Reno, visitors can experience Truckee River rafting right in the heart of the Biggest Little City. Wingfield Park is located in downtown Reno and offers easy access to the Truckee River.
Can you paddleboard the Truckee River?
Raft the Truckee River
If you want to stop for a quick lunch or a sunset dinner, there are plenty of places along the river to paddle up to for a bite to eat.
What level is the Truckee River?
Elevation: 6,235ft.
Where can I launch my kayak on Truckee River?
The access points are on river right underneath the Frontage Road bridge, or on river left below that bridge and above the I-80 bridge. This is the commercial take-out for half day Truckee trips. Floriston is an old railroad stop, elevation 5300′. A fun rapid that is best run left or center.
