Southern California Whitewater Rafting Near Tehachapi

August 9th, 2007 Me

The Southern Sierra Nevada mountains north of Tehachapi are home to some of the best whitewater rafting runs in California.

Kern River Rafting: Approximately 1.5 Hours from Tehachapi
The Kern River is located off Highway 178 near Lake Isabella. Kern River rafting trips offer 60 miles of runnable river among five different sections. There is something for everyone on the Kern River, ranging from moderate Class II – III rafting trips to advanced Class V for experienced boaters.

- Kern River Rafting Outfitters

Kaweah River Rafting: 3 Hours from Tehachapi
The Kaweah River is located just minutes from the main entrance to Sequoia National Park off of California Highway 198. Kaweah River rips are rated Class IV+ and for experienced rafters or aggressive and athletic first timers.

- Kaweah River Rafting Outfitters



Responses to “Southern California Whitewater Rafting Near Tehachapi”

  • jerhar Says:

    I sure hope we get some good snowpack and precipitation so the water will be good on the Kern River. I’d like to go rafting….Thanks for the info.

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