American River South Fork in Sacramento, California For Fishing & Camping

Fish Species

• Brown Trout
• Rainbow Trout

The South Fork lies in El Dorado County and also has multi use recreational areas including the Rubicon Trail for motorized adventuring and world famous whitewater rafting venues. The South Fork also features Coloma, the site where gold was discovered in California in 1848, and recreational gold panning is a popular family activity. All three forks are known for their verdant canyons, forested ridges, massive rock formations, trails, backcountry winter adventuring among snowy peaks, fishing and white water rafting.