Coloma-Lotus Dog Friendly Lodging
American River Resort– Allows pets in camping and RV sites, must be attended and on leash at all times. No nuisance (barking or aggressive) behavior. Please be sure to pick up after your pet. See ad under Lodging for more information. 530-622-6700
Casita Del Oro – Allows well behaved dogs on a pre-approved basis. See ad under Lodging for more information. 530-621-3030
Coloma Resort – Allows pets in their “bring your own” tent sites, tent cabin rentals and RV sites. See ad under Lodging for more information. 530-621-2267
Lotus River House – Allows pets with a two dog limit. See ad under Lodging for more information. 530-295-0678
Coloma-Lotus Dog Day Care & Boarding
Dog-Woods Resort is located about 20 minutes north of Coloma in Garden Valley. Dog-Woods Resort offers both day care and overnight boarding. 530-333-2117
Granberg Training Center is located about 20 minutes northeast of Coloma in Garden Valley. GTC offers both day care and overnight boarding. 530-333-1210
Steph’s Critter Sitt’n is located in Pilot Hill about 35 minutes from Coloma. Steph offers pick up and delivery of dogs and cats. 530-906-4334
Coloma-Lotus Lodging
American River Resort– Premier lodging along the American River. Riverfront cabins, campsites, RV hook-ups, pool, fishing pond, store. Reception center and ceremony sites for your special occasion. Walk to Marshall Gold Discovery Park. 530-622-6700
Bella Vista Bed & Breakfast– Estate property on 5 acres with a magnificent view of the historic Coloma/Lotus Valley and American River. 530-622-3456 or 530-919-4777
Camp Lotus – Friendly and beautifully maintained, natural setting with lodging & camping. Deli, store, 1/2 mile of riverfront. Wonderful for weddings, reunions and special events. 530-622-8672
Casita Del Oro – Enjoy the quiet of the Coloma/Lotus Valley at our fully equipped, comfortable and cozy, 3-bdrm, 2 bath vacation rental. It’s located less than a half-mile from Coloma Village. 530-621-3030
Coloma Country Inn – Historic farmhouse on 2.5 acres within Marshall Gold Discovery Park. Rafting, wineries, hiking. Gourmet breakfasts, peaceful grounds, pond. Picturesque wedding and/or reception site. 530-622-6919
Coloma Resort – A Family Camping Adventure! Offering RV sites, tent sites, RV rentals, cabins, bunkhouses and tent cabins. Amenities include: river access, swimming pool, playground, ropes-challenge course, wedding sites, and event catering. 530-621-2267
Eden Vale Inn – Experience one of Eden Vale’s five luxurious rooms featuring: private patio garden areas with spa tubs, sumptuous baths, and romantic fireplaces. Acres of gardens and pond. Rustic Upscale Luxury. 530-621-0901
Gold Hill Retreat and Olive Oil – Vacation Rental – Large ranch house, pool, spa, large screen T.V., internet, modern kitchen, very private. Onsite olive oil tasting. Great for groups, family reunion, events. Vacation in style. 530-621-7073
Lotus River House – A vacation rental house located on the South Fork of the American River. 530-295-0678
The Lotus Inn – Built in 1857, a two story brick building. Featuring six rooms of varying size and accommodation; three upstairs, three downstairs. Rooms have private bathroom. Morning Coffee, Tea. 530-622-9587
Ponderosa Resort – River view cabins and trailers available on a nightly or weekly basis. RV and tent camping on 22 acres with more than 2000 feet of river frontage. 30 and 50 AMP services available. Full hook-ups available. Open year-round. 530-642-5830
Sierra Nevada House – Lodging in our historic hotel in our various theme rooms with private bathrooms and outside porch. Restaurant, bar, outdoor cafe, event facility on the premises. Event planning & catering services available. 530-626-8096
Coloma-Lotus Dog Friendly Restaurants
Gringo’s Mexican Cafe – Enjoy our Fresh & Healthy Mexican dishes made right in front of you! Enjoy our delicious Margaritas inside or outside on our spacious deck by the river. 530-295-0100
Marco’s Cafe – Great outdoor summer dining experience serving Roman-style pizza, salad, curry, rice bowls, local beer and wine. 530-642-2025
Sierra Nevada House – Our restaurant and bar features steaks, seafood, pastas, salads, and local wines. Burgers and BBQ with live music on summer weekends in outdoor cafe. Lodging, event facility, and catering available. 530-626-8096
Sierra Rizing Bakery, Catering & Coffee House – Breakfast and lunch faire, locally roasted coffee and espresso drinks, fresh baked goods, European breads, and fine desserts are served in this busy little shop. Open daily year round from 5:30am to 2pm. 530-642-1308
Starvin’ Dog Pizza & Smokehouse – 530-622-3100
Sutter Center Market – Groceries and deli, fishing and camping supplies. Open 7 days a week 7am to 9pm. 530-626-0849
Take a Bite Deli – 530-642-8482
The River Shack – 530-626-1334
Coloma-Lotus Restaurants
Café Mahjaic – Dinners at Café Mahjaic are New American, a mixture of all ethnic backgrounds. All foods, sauces and breads made from scratch using naturally raised organic meats and grains, daily specials. 530-622-9587
Camp Lotus Store – groceries, deli, pastries and more 530-622-8672
Coloma Club Café – Café open 6:30 a.m. Full bar, live music every weekend. Garden available for private parties. 530-626-6390
Gringo’s Mexican Cafe – Enjoy our Fresh & Healthy Mexican dishes made right in front of you! Enjoy our delicious Margaritas inside or outside on our spacious deck by the river. 530-295-0100
Marco’s Cafe – Great outdoor summer dining experience serving Roman-style pizza, salad, curry, rice bowls, local beer and wine. 530-642-2025
Sierra Nevada House – Our restaurant and bar features steaks, seafood, pastas, salads, and local wines. Burgers and BBQ with live music on summer weekends in outdoor cafe. Lodging, event facility, and catering available. 530-626-8096
Sierra Rizing Bakery, Catering & Coffee House – Breakfast and lunch faire, locally roasted coffee and espresso drinks, fresh baked goods, European breads, and fine desserts are served in this busy little shop. Open daily year round from 5:30am to 2pm. 530-642-1308
Starvin’ Dog Pizza & Smokehouse – 530-622-3100
Sutter Center Market – Groceries and deli, fishing and camping supplies. Open 7 days a week 7am to 9pm. 530-626-0849
Take a Bite Deli – 530-642-8482
The River Shack – 530-626-1334
Our Friends
Arizona Raft Adventures (AzRA) – Grand Canyon whitewater rafting specialists.
Kayak Jaco – specializing in Costa Rica adventure tours.
Oregon River Experiences – offering guided rafting trips on Oregon and Idaho rivers.
Rios Tropicales – an eco-adventure company that operates throughout Costa Rica.
River Conservation
American Canoe Association – is a national nonprofit organization serving the paddling public by providing education, stewardship support to help protect paddling environments and sanctioning of programs and events to promote paddlesport recreation.
American Whitewater – is the primary advocate for the preservation and protection of whitewater rivers throughout the United States.
American River Conservancy – Provides land conservation, environmental education services and land stewardship programs to the Sierra Foothill community. 530-621-1224
Friends of the River – a California-based non-profit organization working exclusively on behalf of California rivers.
River Resources
Kayaking.com – Our social network for paddlers.
The River Store – Our retail paddlesports shop on the South Fork American River, in Lotus, CA. Watch for our new online storefront with items for every kayaker, rafter and water enthusiast.
Address: 1032 Lotus Road, Lotus, CA 95651, Phone: 530-626-3435
East Fork Carson flow – near Markleeville
Grand Canyon flow – below Glen Canyon dam
Rogue River flow – at Grant’s Pass
Travel Insurance
Travelex Insurance – provides travel insurance for domestic and international trips.
Insuremytrip.com – offers 63 different travel insurance plans from 14 different companies.
Travel Insurance Services – offers travel insurance plans for non-US Citizens.