Our Yosemite Rafting Blog features true tales of Tuolumne River rafting, Merced River rafting, and Cherry Creek rafting; the rivers of Yosemite National Park.
California River Photography
Most of the rafting photos that you see on our website were shot by the photographers of Picture This/Rapid Shooters. Owner Mark Leder-Adams has been shooting California rivers since the 1980's, first on the American River and its forks, then later focusing his lens on the Kern, Merced, Tuolumne, … [Read more...]
Rafting season was amazing – Thanks to all of our guests!
We reflect with gratitude on a truly great spring and summer of rafting. Thank you to everyone who joined us on the Merced, Tuolumne, and Cherry Creek this season. There were so many golden days we lost count. Days full of sunshine, laughter, excitement and sparkling whitewater. We appreciate the … [Read more...]
2016 Rafting Photos Say it All
The rivers of Yosemite really came to life this year and the photographers from Rapid Shooters have been there to capture all the action. Their elite action photographers paddle downstream ahead of your trip and are waiting with cameras to catch that moment when it is just you, your paddling crew, … [Read more...]
Hike, Raft, and Stand Up Paddle on a 2 or 3-Day Tuolumne Multisport Adventure
Looking for an active outdoor vacation that is away from the crowds?Sierra Mac is hosting two exclusive multisport adventure trips this August in the wild and scenic Tuolumne River canyon. Join us for 2 or 3 days of fun starting August 10th and August 24th. These guided Tuolumne Multisport … [Read more...]
President Obama & Family Choose Sierra Mac for Yosemite Visit
We were pleasantly surprized to receive a phone call in our office a few weeks back from the Presidential Secret Service. The President was requesting the rental use of two of our deluxe self-bailing rafts for his upcoming family visit to Yosemite National Park. We felt honored and proud to be … [Read more...]
Yosemite Lodging Options
The meeting spots for Sierra Mac's Tuolumne and Cherry Creek rafting trips are located about halfway between the town of Groveland, California and Yosemite's Big Oak Flat Entrance Station on State Hwy 120. In addition to lodging located within Yosemite National Park, which can be very busy during … [Read more...]
Exploring California Gold Country
California's Gold Country is a broad region east of the Central Valley centered around a 300 mile long stretch of State Highway 49 that passes through towns that originated during the gold rush. Many tourists pass it up in favor of the state's more popular tourist destinations, but intrepid … [Read more...]
One-Day and Half-Day Merced Rafting Trips Departing Daily
Travelers to Yosemite have many sights to take in and a variety of choices for how to spend their time. Time constraints can sometimes limit your vacation plans. Not everyone can fit a multi-day rafting trip into their vacation schedule, but there are some other options. If your visit is limited to … [Read more...]
Yosemite Snowpack Update
FEBRUARY 28, 2019 California’s snowpack usually reaches its peak depth and water content each year around the first of April, after which the snow begins to melt as the sun’s path across the sky moves a little further north each day. Great Rafting Ahead For 2019 we are currently at about … [Read more...]
Multi-Day Yosemite Rafting Trips
Whitewater rafting vacations are a way to get off the beaten path and actively experience the rivers of the Sierra. Visitors to Yosemite can choose from a variety of half, 1, 2, and 3-day rafting trip options. Pick an excursion that best accommodates your group and travel itinerary.Half and … [Read more...]