What to do and see in Columbia, California (CA): The Best Outdoor Activities

Zephyr Whitewater is one of the most popular and experienced outfitters in California. We offer river rafting trips near Yosemite on the Merced, Kings, and Tuolumne rivers. Family and group rates, and internet special discounts are available. Our trips range in length from 1/2 to 3-days. On the Merced river, the closest river to Yosemite, we offer both morning and afternoon 11 mile 1/2 day trips, plus full day trips every day. Many guests have said their rafting trip on the Merced river near Yosemite was the highlight of their Yosemite Vacation. Join us and see why!

See Yosemite by Air, Awesome! Yosemite National Park is big and mostly remote. We fly through what could take a lifetime to walk. The vertical relief of Yosemite is uniquely captivating soaring from the low country to the highest Glacier. Your pilot narrates the natural history and familiar landmarks like El Capitan, Glacier Point, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Hetch Hetchy, Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne and the Meadows. 1-1.5 hour trips depart from Columbia airport. Pickup available in Groveland, Mariposa and Lee Vining for extra fee.

Tour Yosemite by Air! Our aerial tours of Yosemite National Park are best described as “awesome”. From an aerial vantage point the vertical relief of Yosemite is uniquely captivating. Your pilot narrates the natural history and familiar landmarks like El Capitan, Glacier Point, Half Dome and Yosemite Falls. Departs from the Columbia, CA Airport. Aerial tours last 1-1.5 hours.