Momentum River Expeditions
Kern River rafting trips in Southern California with Kern River Outfitters, the premier outfitter on the Kern River. The closest rafting to Los Angeles, CA. Class II, III, and IV whitewater rafting trips, from a few hours to two days.
Locations
- California
- Kern River
- Sequoia National Park
Activities
- Adventure
- Rafting
Featured Trips
Forks of the Kern
One of the most spectacular river trips in the world. Three days of class IV and V rapids, phenomenal hiking opportunities, and the thrill of completing the most difficult multi-day wilderness class V run in the country.
Hiking at California
Camping at California
Rafting at California
Hiking at Kern River
Camping at Kern River
Rafting at Kern River
Two Day Kern Rafting Safari
With a beautiful high desert canyon, high adventure rapids, and an ultra-comfortable 'safari style' backcountry camp (think glamping), our two-day Kern river trip is one of the most unique trips in the west.
Camping at California
Rafting at California
Camping at Kern River
Rafting at Kern River
Class V Full Day Upper Kern
Class V. Run some of the best Class V on the Kern. Like the standard One-day Upper Kern rafting trip, the Class V offers unique road-accessible rafting sections that we can mix and match depending on the water levels.
Rafting at California
Rafting at Kern River
Full Day Upper Kern Rafting Trip
Class II, III & IV. The one-day Upper Kern rafting trips offer unique road-accessible class III-IV rafting sections that we can mix and match depending on the group and the water levels.
Rafting at California
Rafting at Kern River
Class IV Premium Rafting Trip
The Class IV Premium is one of the best summer whitewater trips on the West Coast. It is a continuous down river trip through a beautiful canyon with only limited road access.
Rafting at California
Rafting at Kern River
Kernville Rapid Run Rafting Trip
At just over three hours long, this approachable and famous trip is a quick way to experience the Kern River. This is one of the most popular river trips on the Kern as you get to experience the rapids and you're close to town.
Rafting at California
Rafting at Kern River
Class IV Half Day Rafting Trip
The Class IV Half Day is located on the Big Five section on the Lower Kern river. This trip is popular as it has everything: Calm pools, thrilling rapids, and a jump rock.
Rafting at California
Rafting at Kern River
Class III Half Day Rafting Trip
The Class III Half Day is located on the Jungle Run section of the Lower Kern. The trip winds its way through the Lower Kern canyon and will introduce you to a number of Class II and III rapids.
Rafting at California
Rafting at Kern River