Affectionately known as “The T,” this whitewater gem outside of
Yosemite sets the standard for Class IV rapids. Permits are limited, so anyone who scores a spot is guaranteed solitude in the wild. From late May to June, snow melts in the high country, pumping the river with massive, fast rapids that can challenge even experienced rafters. Hire a guide, like
Sierra Mac, who can also lead the way to gorgeous waterfall hikes, Gold Rush landmarks, and secret swimming holes.