California river guide
Merced River
Briceburg to Bagby
Wild and Scenic Merced River run below Yosemite with spring snowmelt flows and roadside logistics along the canyon.
Trip overview
Difficulty
Class III-IV
Typical length
1 day
Common season
Apr-Jun
Region
California
Access overview
Put-in
Briceburg
Take-out
Bagby
River businesses
Shuttle providers
Providers shown here are linked to this river in the TripForge business directory. Confirm current service areas, availability, and pricing directly with the provider.
Sierra Mac River Trips
Yosemite-area outfitter specializing in Tuolumne and Merced rafting trips with van shuttle service included on guided trips.
Starting at $Contact for current rates
All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting
California outfitter for Merced and other Sierra river trips near Yosemite.
Starting at $Contact for current rates
Plan with current information
River conditions, access, permits, closures, and hazards can change. Confirm current details with the managing agency, official gauges, and local experts before departure.