
Smith River Estuary Family Tour
The lower Smith River near Crescent City, California — calm flat water, no rapids. Otters, harbor seals, and herons. Perfect for families with kids 4 and up.

Tours & Experiences
From flat-water family trips on the lower Smith to remote Class-1 canyon runs through Jedediah Smith Redwoods — we'll match you to the right stretch of California's clearest river.

The lower Smith River near Crescent City, California — calm flat water, no rapids. Otters, harbor seals, and herons. Perfect for families with kids 4 and up.

Mellow Class-1 rapids through Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park along the Wild & Scenic Smith River. Crystal-clear emerald water, swimming holes, and old-growth canyon walls.

A remote, rarely-visited stretch in the Smith River National Recreation Area. Exceptional water clarity, abundant fish, complete solitude. Not suitable for pre-teens.

The classic Smith River corridor between Patrick Creek and the confluence. Pool-drop rapids, deep emerald water, and the iconic Six Rivers National Forest backdrop.

Protected near-shore paddling around Pebble Beach in Crescent City with our Jackson Cuda 12-foot fishing kayaks. Easily reach your limit in the rocky areas.