Sierra South Mountain Sports

Sierra South Mountain Sports is an outdoor adventure company based in Kernville, California, about three hours north of Los Angeles. In addition to whitewater rafting, the company offers kayaking, rock climbing, and mountain biking trips. From spring through fall, guests can choose from half-day, full-day, and multi-day adventures designed for both beginners and experienced outdoor enthusiasts.

What We Offer

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• Whitewater Rafting

  Lower Kern River Trips

  • Lower Kern Half-Day Class II–III – A fun and scenic introduction to whitewater rafting, ideal for families, first-timers, and youth groups.
  • Lower Kern Full-Day Class II–III – A longer adventure featuring more river time, beautiful scenery, and beginner-friendly rapids.
  • Lower Kern Half-Day Class IV – A fast-paced rafting trip with exciting rapids and plenty of action.
  • Lower Kern Full-Day Class IV – One of the Kern River’s most popular adventures, combining technical rapids with a full day on the water.
  • Lower Kern Two-Day Class II–IV – An overnight rafting experience featuring whitewater, riverside camping, swimming, and unforgettable scenery.

  Upper Kern River Trips

  • Lickety Split Rafting Class II-III – A shorter rafting adventure perfect for visitors with limited time.
  • Lickety Blaster Rafting Class II-III – A popular half-day trip packed with fun rapids and excitement.
  • Upper Kern Half-Day Class IV – A challenging and action-packed trip for adventurous paddlers.
  • Upper Kern Full-Day Class IV – Experience continuous whitewater and spectacular canyon scenery on this full-day adventure.
  • Upper Kern Full-Day Class V – A challenging rafting experience for even the most seasoned rafters.
  • Tube Rentals – 3 hour rentals. Enjoy a relaxing self-guided float on the Kern River.

  Forks of the Kern Expeditions Class V

  • Forks of the Kern Full-Day Class V – A demanding expedition through some of California’s most exciting whitewater for experienced thrill-seekers.
  • Forks of the Kern Two-Day Rafting – An overnight, bucket-list whitewater expedition through one of the most iconic stretches of river in the United States.

  Kayaking Instruction & Clinics

  • Whitewater Kayaking 101
  • Whitewater Kayaking 201
  • Full-Day Private Kayak Instruction
  • Half-Day Private Kayak Instruction
  • Kayaking Lake/River Roll Clinics
  • Total Kayaking Immersion 5-Day Program

  Rock Climbing

  • Half-Day Guided Rock Climbing
  • Full-Day Guided Rock Climbing

  Mountain Biking

  • Cannell Trail Mountain Bike Shuttle Service

  Rowing Instruction

  • Full-Day Rowing Classes

  Specialty Programs

  • Full-Day BSA Whitewater Merit Badge Rafting – Designed for Scout groups working toward Whitewater Merit Badge requirements.
  • Cali Collective Clinics and Skills Development Programs