North State CA Outdoors

www.klamathrafting.com

PRIMARY:  Rafting/Kayak Guide

COUNTY:   Siskiyou

Happy Camp's only local outfitter, River Country Rafting is a small, custom, personal outfitting service.  We have been operating from the banks of the Klamath River since 1985. We’ve kept our company small so we can personally guide you down the river, that way we can share our knowledge as well as hear stories from each of our new guests.The trips we offer are as various as our clients.  Your trip is custom.  We will make it the best vacation you have had in a long while.

www.ferndaleresort.com

PRIMARY:  Marina, Lakefront Cottages, Boat Rentals, Restaurant, Snack Shop

COUNTY:    Lake

Welcome to our Marina nestled in Soda Bay on Clear Lake. Our marina is conveniently located at the midway point of Clear Lake. Stop here to eat, gas up and pick up fishing bait and supplies for your trip around the lake.  Ferndale's cabins and cottages have fully equipped kitchens and dining areas for your comfort. Cottages have private decks with picnic tables and BBQs. Cabins have a private patio area with picnic tables and BBQs. Free Wi-Fi internet is available throughout the property.

www.specialadventures.org

PRIMARY:  Whitewater Rafting/Disabled Persons

COUNTY:   Humboldt

DAO programs are challenging, empowering, educational outdoor experiences which promote independence, self-confidence, and self-esteem in participants of all ages. DAO provides programs for people with a wide array of disabilities and conditions, including hemophilia, Multiple Sclerosis, cancer and paralysis.  DAO uses highly skilled guides who have been educated about the special needs of our participants. DAO programs range from one-day trips to weeklong camps, consisting primarily of rafting and inflatable kayaking on the Trinity River. 

http://trinitylake.net/

PRIMARY:  Marina, Houseboat, Ski Boat, Fishing Boat Rentals, Store

COUNTY:  Trinity

Located at the foot of the Trinity Alps along the edge of Trinity Lake, Trinity Alps Marina offers visitors a mixture of alpine grandeur and the excitement of a magnificent recreation lake.The marina features a fleet of custom houseboats -- some of which include such luxuries as 2 full bathrooms, microwaves, wet bar, dish washer, trash compactor, CD player, and more. In addition, for the sports minded, ski and fishing boat rentals are available.  Trinity Alps Marina also has a store (with fishing tackle, bait, ice, beer, etc.), dock services, gasoline & propane plus boat mechanics, parts and accessories. Everything you need to enjoy a houseboating vacation on beautiful Trinity Lake in Northern California!

www.oldbridgerafting.com

PRIMARY:  Guided Rafting

Selecting the right summer activity for children can be a difficult task. To make the introduction to wilderness rafting and camping easier, Old Bridge Rafting is the first choice of safe river adventures. With easily navigable rapids with a mixture of flat water meanders, the Trinity River is perfect for a child’s first river rafting experience. We tailor your trip to meet your group’s needs and more importantly, your budget.We offer great discount rates for youth organizations, family reunions, company picnics and church groups. For more information on group trips and discount rates, please give us a call. We are here to give you the safest most enjoyable river adventure.

www.kayakzak.com

PRIMARY:  Kayak Tours/Rentals

COUNTY:    Humboldt County

Kayak Zak’s offers kayak instruction, guided trips, adaptive paddling, kayak rentals, and fun in Humboldt Lagoons State Park, Redwood National and State Parks, Trinidad Cove, Humboldt Bay, and other waterways in Humboldt County. Kayak Zak’s is one of the only all-inclusive outfitters on the west coast.  Kayak Zak’s offers the only adaptive kayak program in Northwest California. Kayak Zak’s is unique in that we will take the whole family--disabled or not! Please let us know in advance if you have a severe disability so that we may be sure to have enough assistants, equipment, and plan the logistics.

www.wildrivertrips.com

PRIMARY:  Whitewater Rafting

COUNTY:   Siskiyou

We are a high quality outfitter providing some of the most challenging adventures in the world. We have a strong whitewater emphasis but a diversified program that provides access to other adventure sports and wilderness travel as well. While our focus is on river trips, we also provide quality trips with little or no river time. We offer one day trips to twelve day expeditions in some of the most pristine wilderness area. Custom designed adventures are our specialty.

www.houseboating.org

PRIMARY:  Houseboat Rental

COUNTY:    Shasta/Trinity/Butte

Every houseboating lake in North America is unique, and every houseboat rental a little different. You can cruise gentle waters surrounded by trees or dramatic desert bluffs, cruise on a compact houseboat great for families and fishing trips or a luxury houseboat perfect for retreats. You can even rent a personal watercraft or two, motorboats or waterskis to add a touch of sport to your houseboat vacation. No matter what you rent or on what lake you rent it, you'll never have a better or more relaxing vacation than this, out on the open water, under clear skies and warm sunlight.

We book houseboat vacations on more than 100 types of houseboats on more than 30 lakes.

www.snowcrest.net/canoewest

PRIMARY:  Canoe Instruction

COUNTY:   Siskiyou

We are a small northern California company with a tremendous depth of experience in teaching the art of canoeing. Our specialty is teaching the beginning paddler the essential skills they need to confidently enjoy the elegant and exciting sport of canoeing. We offer instruction in both tandem (2 people in a canoe) and solo canoeing. We pride ourselves on our flexibility; we want to give you the learning experience you are looking for whether it is a two-hour skill brush up on calm water or a five day clinic that might take you to class 3 rapids.

www.waterworkspark.com

PRIMARY:  Waterpark

COUNTY:   Shasta

Welcome to Waterworks Park-Coolest Place in Redding.  We have all the thrills and spills you want in a water amusement park. We have rides for all ages from the extreme Avalanche to the Kiddie play area.  Our tropical themed park is ready for summer fun.  With numerous life guards and ride attendants it’s the place to be cool, safe, and fun.

www.whitewatertours.com

PRIMARY:  Guided Whitewater Rafting Tours

Tributary Whitewater Tours has been guiding California whitewater rafting and American River rafting trips since 1978 and offers something for all levels. Choose from California rafting trips suitable for kids that make great family vacations, to extreme California white water rafting adventures for the expert, and everything in between. With so many rivers to choose from, we know we have the right California whitewater rafting or American River Rafting trip for you. We pride ourselves on the excellence of our well qualified and personable employees that will make any rafting trip something to remember.

www.eagleeyeskayak.com

PRIMARY:  Guided Kayak Tours/Rentals

COUNTY:   Shasta

Explore and enjoy the beautiful Intermountain area's waterways with a guided kayak tour. View the area's abundant wildlife as you experience nature's artistry from a different perspective.  We offer kayak rentals as well.

www.raftredding.com

PRIMARY:  Watercraft Rental/Tours

COUNTY:   Shasta

Rent the finest quality rafts and equipment for a scenic float with gentle rapids down the Sacramento River between Redding and Anderson. We will meet you in Anderson and shuttle you and your gear back to your car at the conclusion of the trip. Parking, shuttle and all necessary equipment are included with the raft rental. If you want to just sti back and relax, join us for a 2 hour guided trip on the scenic Sacramento River from Redding to Anderson. We do all the work and you enjoy the ride. See wildlife and waterfowl and discover this "Urban Wilderness" that is the heart of our city.  We also schedule evening rafting trips.

www.livingwatersrec.com

PRIMARY:  Whitewater Rafting

COUNTY:    Shasta

California whitewater rafting trips are great fun for families, youth groups, school trips, adventure seekers, or nature lovers. Living Waters Recreation offers whitewater rafting trips in California from a half day to four days. Our prices include all meals!  Living Waters Recreation, based in Mt. Shasta, Calif., offers professionally guided whitewater rafting trips, in season, on the lower, middle, and upper sections of the wild and scenic Klamath River, redwood-lined Scott River, upper Sacramento River, California Salmon River, and picturesque Trinity River.

www.riverdancers.com

PRIMARY:  Rafting/Kayaking Tours

COUNTY:    Shasta

Join us for the the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure in a wilderness setting.  Our experienced, kid-friendly guides have exciting planned activities to introduce your family to the awesome beauty and excitement of the Klamath River. They will help create safe spaces for free play and exploration, and offer your family an experience you'll treasure forever. We customize each trip to fit your specific needs and desires and to accommodate groups of all kinds. We cater to you. We do the planning, the packing and the cooking. We take care of all camp details so you can relax and enjoy.

www.packersbay.com

PRIMARY:  Houseboat Rentals/Boat Launch

COUNTY:    Shasta

Packers Bay Marina is centrally located in the "hub" of Shasta lake just northwest of the Pit River Bridge and two miles by car off I-5. Packers Bay Marina is a deep water harbor with launching available to 145 ft. below the high water line. Come visit us and experience your houseboat vacation on Shasta Lake.

www.shastalake.net

PRIMARY:  Houseboat Rental

COUNTY:    Shasta

Come to Shasta Lake. Located in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest in Northern California. Just 20 miles north of Redding. With 370 miles of mountainous, forested shoreline, it is truly the perfect houseboating lake. The major tributaries, the Sacramento River, the McCloud River, the Pitt River and the Squaw Creek are brought together by Shasta Dam to form this incredible recreational wonder. There are hundreds of coves for mooring your floating lodge overnight and long channels with islands and inlets for cruising and adventuring during the day.  We have the most luxurious houseboats imaginable.  The object is to experience this rugged and remote wilderness in comfort and style.  Our boats are the equivalent of a floating home floating in nature's paradise.

www.shastalakevacations.com

PRIMARY:  Houseboat/Watercraft Rentals/Marina

COUNTY:    Shasta

Antlers Resort and Marina is located just 30 minutes north of Redding, California on beautiful Shasta Lake.Located on beautiful Lake Shasta in northern California, Antlers is a full service resort specializing in houseboat rentals, competition ski boat rentals, patio boat rentals, jet ski rentals, and fishing boat rentals. They also have lake view cabins nestled in the trees within walking distance of the marina.

www.riverpirate.com

PRIMARY:   Guided Tours - Shasta Lake & Sacramento River

Guided Tours begin at any time of day. If you just enjoy being out on the water, being in touch with nature and watching all the wildlife, you will love these tours. Your Pro-Guide Ken Hoffman is in tune with the wilderness and the beauty of the Northern California area. Allow yourself to be captivated by the wonder as he points out and explains sights and events that may have escaped you. He will share the significance of each phenomenon based on knowledge he has gained through years of patient observation. Immerse yourself in the beauty that only the perspective of the riverman can provide. Revel in the history and culture of the Northern California lakes and rivers as you relax in the comfort of his roomy Design Concepts jet boat.

www.turtleriver.com

PRIMARY:  Whitewater Rafting

COUNTY:   Siskiyou

Turtle River Rafting Company is a family owned and operated business located in Mt. Shasta, California. Turtle River Rafting has been guiding river trips for over 30 years and has set the standard for how family and wilderness river trips are done.  All of our trips are all inclusive, we feed you amazing, thoughtful meals, supply all the gear you need and expertly guide you through your experience.

www.otterbar.com

PRIMARY:  Kayak Instruction/Lodge

COUNTY:   Siskiyou

Otter Bar is a premier kayak school located in California's far northwest corner. We offer all skill levels of whitewater kayak instruction based out of our wilderness lodge on California's pristine Salmon River. We combine renowned kayak classes with an unparalleled river lodge vacation.  We are unlike any other kayak school.  Our location is remote and magnificent, our atmosphere is intimate and friendly. Our goal is  to offer the finest experience available both in and out of your kayak.  Offer gourmet meals, deluxe accommodations, and the best kayak instruction available.  We offer gourmet meals, deluxe accommodations, and the best kayak instruction available.

http://foreverlodging.com/lodging.cfm?PropertyKey=178

PRIMARY:  Marina/Boat Rentals

COUNTY:    Shasta

The Oak Bottom Marina provides everything you need to enjoy your favorite outdoor recreational activity. Whether you bring your own boat or rent a deck cruiser or fishing boat from the Marina, you'll experience an enjoyable day at the lake. 

www.bigfootrafting.com

PRIMARY:  Guided River Rafting

COUNTY:    Humboldt

Bigfoot Rafting has been running North Coast rivers for several decades.  We conduct more guided river trips and rent more whitewater equipment than anyone. Bigfoot Rafting is the largest and most experienced river outfitter operating in the Klamath-Trinity region. We are in far Northwestern California in the middle of the Six Rivers National Forest. Our guides are with us year after year and are superb chefs, master boat captains, and know and understand local lore and history better than anyone. All this plus our outstanding safety record and our genuine friendliness are the best reasons for choosing Bigfoot Rafting.

www.snowcrest.net/funfactory

PRIMARY:  Watercraft Rental

COUNTY:    Siskiyou

The Fun Factory is your watercraft and snowmobile rental source in Northern California.  Winter or summer, we have your recreation covered!

www.lakeorovillehouseboats.com

PRIMARY:  Houseboat/Watercraft Rental/Marina

COUNTY:    Butte

Lake Oroville Marina is located in the Lime Saddle Recreation Area, just 75 miles north of Sacramento in the Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California. With 167 miles of forested shoreline, Lake Oroville offers more recreational variety than any other lake or reservoir in California. Getaway with your family or friends to this uncrowded splendor and spend true quality time away from it all.  We are a full service marina with fuel and food service.  We offer houseboat and watercraft rentals and camping facilities nearby.

www.riverromancecruises.com

PRIMARY:  Private Driftboat Dinner Cruises

COUNTY:    Shasta

River Romance brings a touch of Italy on the Sacramento River to Redding with its romantic gondolier like, sentimental drift boat trips. With a three house, sunset candlelit dinner cruise, our trips are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries and proposals.  Available every day, year round, our private trips are an unforgettable experience for couples, friends, and families. We also offer brunch cruises every Saturday and Sunday in the Spring and Fall. Surprise someone special in your life today!

www.redwoods-rivers.com

PRIMARY:  Rafting & Kayaking Tours

COUNTY:    Trinity

Welcome to the world of Redwoods & Rivers, and to our unique river adventures! Our goal is to offer you, your family and friends some of the best recreational experiences that the rivers have to offer. Our experienced guides will lead you on a trip of fun and discovery on the awesome rivers of California's far north.

www.majorsoutpost.com

PRIMARY:  Watercraft Rental

COUNTY:   Plumas County

Majors Outpost is located in Plumas Pines Resort, nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains, along the west shore of beautiful Lake Almanor.  With a view of spectacular Mount Lassen, it's the perfect environment for lakeside vacationing and family fun.   Look for our green tent! Enjoy our Ski Boats, Pontoon Patio Boats, Fishing Boats, Seadoos... where the water's flat and the skis are fast !

www.lakeshasta.com

PRIMARY:  Houseboat/Toy Rental/Marina

COUNTY:    Shasta

Whether you are planning an extended vacation or a weekend getaway you will find what you are looking for at Lake Shasta. Rich in history and rich in recreational opportunities, this region offers something for everyone from exciting water adventure, to breathtaking scenic beauty.  You will find it very convenient to explore local attractions from Holiday Harbor and with over 360 miles of shoreline, Lake Shasta is also a fishermen's paradise .

www.silverthornresort.com

PRIMARY:  Houseboat Rentals/Marina

COUNTY:    Shasta

Located on beautiful Shasta Lake we offer houseboat rentals, a full service marina and cabins for the less nautically inclined. All of this nestled along the forested shores of California's largest manmade lake.  Silverthorn Resort is your destination for Shasta Lake Houseboat adventures. With four houseboat models available from the luxuriously appointed Queen I houseboat to the more quaint atmosphere of our Executive Houseboat we have options for just about every crowd.

www.houseboat-rentals.org

PRIMARY:  Houseboat Rental

COUNTY:    Trinity

Whether it's excitement or relaxation you are looking for, Adventure Houseboat Rentals offers exceptional houseboat vacation packages that are flexible to your every holiday need. Bring along family and friends to join in the fun and renew the spirit of play and adventure. With comfortable accommodations and accessible amenities, the rest of your houseboat rental vacation is up to you.

www.trinityriverrafting.com

PRIMARY:  River Rafting

COUNTY:    Trinity

Trinity River Rafting has been guiding people on personalized whitewater adventures since 1988 with one thing in mind--your enjoyment! People from all walks of life are discovering what an exceptional vacation value whitewater rafting can be. Our commitment to you is to offer personalized, high quality river adventures that are affordable and most of all--fun!

www.eaglelakerecreationarea.com

PRIMARY:  Camping/Marina

COUNTY:    Lassen

Full-Service Marina - Five Campgrounds - No Fee Boat Launch Areas – Gallatin Beach & Swimming Area- 5.2-mile Paved Hiking & Biking Trail - Boat Storage Docks -Day Use Areas.  Camping, world-class fishing, wild life viewing, relaxation, family fun – we offer it all! Come see us, it is worth the drive!

www.trinityadventures.com

PRIMARY:  Rafting/Kayaking

COUNTY:   Del Norte

Rafting continues to be our most popular activity and is why our guests keep coming back year after year. The Trinity River offers fun and excitement for all levels of river enthusiasts.  From a fun family float trip to an extreme river adventure for the seasoned white water enthusiast.  We will provide professional rafting gear and guides to make your river trip safe and enjoyable

www.marblemountainranch.com

PRIMARY:  Guest Ranch/Whitewater Rafting

COUNTY:  Siskiyou County

Our central location allows you to choose from 10 different "mild to wild" rafting trips all within a half hour shuttle from the ranch. As local outfitters, we know the Klamath, Trinity, and Salmon Rivers intimately and can guide you to a safe and enjoyable rafting trip. Klamath river rafting and kayaking is included in the fare for all of our guest ranch participants. and the rates quoted below are based on stand-alone rafting adventures not part of our guest ranch program. Rafting in paddle-rafts, oar powered rafts or even inflatable kayaks is an option that does not affect the price of your trip, but does affect the level of participation. Kayaks allow the greatest level of participation, and the oar powered rafts allow you to simply enjoy the ride without requirement to paddle.

www.howellsdiveshop.com

PRIMARY:  Dive Shop/Scuba Lessons

COUNTY:    Shasta

In Business For Over 50 Years!  SCUBA Classes contact us for times and availability.