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The Alternate put-in on the South Fork American River in El Dorado County provides access to one of California's most popular whitewater paddling destinations. This site serves as a secondary launch point for kayakers and canoeists looking to run the South Fork, which is known for its consistent rapids and scenic canyon setting. The South Fork American is a classic intermediate to advanced whitewater river that attracts paddlers from throughout Northern California.