Guiding Adventure Since 1988
Exceptionally well organized camping, rafting, hiking, and custom adventure trips throughout Northern California. We provide all the premium gear, terrific meals, and caring staff to ensure our outings are beyond your expectations. Our mission is to inspire you to get outside, connect with nature, and enjoy the best outdoor activities that Northern California has to offer!
Ready to get outdoors? Get in touch, we’d love to chat with you about our trips!
Camping
Get away for a weekend camping without all the work!
Rafting
Explore somewhere you've never been before.
Custom
Get a group together and let's plan your next outing.
Lassen Volcanic National Park
CAMPING- 4 DAYS
ESCAPE TO THE MOUNTAINS!
Our Lassen Volcanic National Park camping trip camps at one of California's most intriguing yet under visited National Parks. Hike, swim, kayak and explore diverse volcanic features including active steam vents!
HIGHLIGHTS
Towering volcanoes
Active steam vents
Great day hiking
Mendocino Coast Family Camp
CAMPING- 4 DAYS
ESCAPE TO THE COAST!
Gather the family and camp at the magical Mendocino coast for the 4th of July! Discover an enchanted land of uncrowded beaches, wild, undisturbed coastline, and a slower pace of life. Relax on the beach, explore tide pools, and visit quaint villages. A great opportunity to make new friends!.
HIGHLIGHTS
Uncrowded beaches
Tide pools
Quaint villages
Sacramento River
RAFTING- HOURS TO MULTI-DAYS
ESCAPE TO THE RIVER!
The Sacramento River is a treasure in the North State with some of the wildest and most beautiful stretches of the river located here. Quietly floating is the best way to see experience the beauty and charm of this maginificent waterway.
HIGHLIGHTS
Beautiful scenery
Abundant wildlife
Uncrowded solitude
Custom Trips
Custom Options Availabe
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
We are outdoor trip planning experts. Let us help you plan your next group outing; groups of friends, family reunions, clubs, special interest organizations, school groups, health and wellness groups, and more! Let's organize a trip you will never forget!
HIGHLIGHTS
Customize your adventure
Feature your interests
Trip organizer goes FREE
Explore
California Outdoors
A story spanning nearly
40 years...
The history of Explore California Outdoors began in 1988 when a university biology student discovered commercial whitewater rafting in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada which lead to a career guiding outdoor adventures spanning the next 4 decades.
In 2001, after pursuing a master’s degree in outdoor recreation, Mark founded Alaska Outdoors, a camping and rafting tour company in Alaska that would be named One of the Best Adventure Tour Companies on Earth by National Geographic Adventures.
After 24 years operating Alaska Outdoors in the summer and living in Northern California the rest of the year, Mark has moved his business to California full time, where he is dedicated to expanding access to outdoor activities in Northern California by offering affordable, expertly managed outdoor trips.
From our Guests...
“Having the 7 of us that have never really camped before, you made the experience incredible every day."
-Tom Buerger
“Thank you so much for a life-changing trip that we will remember for the rest of our lives."
-Phil Consuegra and Lauren Maher
“Meals were wonderful, very much exceeded expectations in this area. My only suggestion would be MORE BROWNIES!"
-James Alex & Amy Cutler
