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Yosemite Rafting Blog

Our Yosemite Rafting Blog features true tales of Tuolumne River rafting, Merced River rafting, and Cherry Creek rafting; the rivers of Yosemite National Park.

Snowshoe trip in Yosemite Redwoods

Yosemite Winter Activities

Yosemite Winter Activities and Adventure Looking for an active outdoor vacation during the winter months? Yosemite in winter is a singular experience. Fewer crowds, off-season rates for lodging, and a multitude of possibilities for active adventure and exploration await the whole family. … [Read more...]

Sierra Mac Rafting Highlights Video

Video Highlights from our 2017 Yosemite Rafting Season

2017 will go down in the history books as one of the highest water years on record and we were lucky to be a part of it. The high energy and enthusiasm began with our early spring trips, continued through peak high water in June and July and lingered into late season. Although our guides can … [Read more...]

Erma's Elderberry House Restaurant

Ultimate Five Star Lodging & Dining near Yosemite

For most, a trip to the Sierra Nevada is a rustic adventure, an escape to a wilder place. A hike (or rafting trip) into the back country and a night under the stars satisfies our deepest desire to connect with the wilderness. But we all need some pampering from time to time. Not far from where our … [Read more...]

Exploring the Tuolumne River Region Northwest of Yosemite

Many of our rafting guests on the Tuolumne River inquire about things to do and places to visit near our Main and Upper Tuolumne rafting trip meeting spots. The area between the town of Groveland and Yosemite’s Northwest (Big Oak Flat) entrance offers a variety of diversions and activities for … [Read more...]

Camping on the Main Tuolumne River

What to Pack for Multi-day Yosemite Rafting Trips

Considering doing a multi-day Yosemite white water rafting trip? Wondering what it entails and what you should plan on bringing? Here are a few packing tips and tricks to help make your rafting adventure rock.Multi-day trips are a unique way to enter and experience the Yosemite back country. … [Read more...]

rafting trip meals

Fresh Delicious Meals Served on the River

Nothing builds a hearty appetite like a day of paddling whitewater. The shared excitement and adrenaline demand quality calories. We have learned to prepare for large appetites. Enjoying a meal on the shore of a sparkling river is an integral part of all our trips, and is the perfect way to … [Read more...]

video of your rafting trip

Yosemite Rafting Trip Videos

Capture Some Memories Bring your rafting trip home with you - or share it online! Demand bragging rights on social media! Show it to your grand kids!Sierra Mac now offers video of your rafting trip on the Main Tuolumne or Cherry Creek. $100-140 per boat buys a 4-5 minute edited video or raw … [Read more...]

Camping and Rafting near Tuolumne River

Tuolumne River Campground Guide

Where to Camp near our Main Tuolumne and Cherry Creek Rafting TripsMany of our Main Tuolumne and Upper Tuolumne/Cherry Creek rafting guests ask about the location of campgrounds where they might stay before or after their trip. We now offer camping at our meeting location, please inquire! This … [Read more...]

camping on the Merced River

Merced River Rafting Camping Guide

Looking for a good campsite on your Merced River rafting trip? There are several excellent options for camping along the Merced as it flows downstream outside Yosemite National Park. Guests on spring and summer rafting trips often choose to overnight at nearby campgrounds before or after their … [Read more...]

View of Vernal Falls from Mist Trail in Yosemite

Yosemite Waterfall Season

Springtime is waterfall season in Yosemite National Park. The snow pack and warming temperatures create a spectacular display of flowing water. Yosemite's waterfalls usually reach their fullest capacity in May of each year as snow in the high country is melting, this can vary depending on each … [Read more...]

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Live Music on the Tuolumne

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Yosemite Fishing and Rafting trips on the Tuolumne

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