What to Pack
Your packing list for your whitewater rafting trip
2023 Pack list
Let’s get ready for your Kern River rafting trip
Before you start packing, please complete the waiver. A link to our online waiver is included in the booking confirmation email. If you are the group organizer, please forward this link to all members of your party. The waiver only takes a minute to complete and can be done from a phone, tablet, or computer. We recommend that you complete your waiver prior to your trip meeting time as we do not delay a trip’s launch.
Packing List – items you should bring
Below is what we consider our bare minimum packing list for a comfortable rafting experience.
Swimsuit or board shorts
Clothing that can get wet.
Sunglasses
Available at our Rafting Center.
Chums
Strap for your sunglasses. Available at our Rafting Center.
Water bottle
Available at our Rafting Center.
Sunblock & chapstick
Available at our Rafting Center.
Appropriate footwear
Anything that won’t fall off your feet such as Chacos, Tevas, tennis shoes, etc. Crocs, flip-flops, or going barefoot is not allowed on our trips. We have bootie shoes available for rent if needed.
Packing List – nice to have items
Below is what we consider items that are nice to have but not required.
Sun Shirt
Available at our Rafting Center.
Cliff Bar
Or other small, packable snacks. These are available at our Rafting Center.
Towel
Leave this in your car to dry off with after the trip.
Packing List – Two Day Lower Kern
In addition to the two packing lists above, if you are on our Two Day Lower Kern overnight rafting trip, then you should bring the following.
Sleeping Bag
The temperatures are usually hot, so nothing fancy is needed.
Change of clothes
Comfortable camp clothing for after rafting. A sweatshirt or hoodie is a good idea too.
Headlamp
Flashlight, headlamp, or iPhone light for getting around our camp at night.
Toiletries
Available at our Rafting Center.
Optional: Tent
Most guests prefer to sleep out, but if you want more privacy, then a tent is a good idea.
Optional: Camp beverages
You’re welcome to bring your favorite drinks to enjoy at our camp. We sell our local, award-winning Kern River Brewing Company beer at our Rafting Center.