

The Best Run of the Day – Your Adventure, Your Way!
- Full Day Trip
- 4-6 hours
- Includes lunch
- Prices start at $159
- Trip choice is dependent on water level
- You will not know what section or river you are rafting until the morning of the trip
Water levels change daily, meaning rafting conditions are never the same twice. If you’re looking for the best possible rafting experience each day, the Best Run of the Day is for you! Our expert river managers will assess the current water levels and your skill level, then select the ultimate whitewater trip for the day.
That could mean paddling the Lower New River in a high-adventure, smaller raft, tackling the Gauley River in inflatable kayaks, or even hitting lesser-known rivers like the Meadow or Cherry. You won’t know where you’re rafting until the morning of your trip—so get ready for an epic surprise!
One of the best things about Mother Nature? She keeps us on our toes! If you’re flexible and just want the best possible ride, this trip is your ticket to an unforgettable rafting adventure. Available Sunday-Friday all season long (excluding The Dries release dates).
FAQs
- About the River About the River The Best Run of the Day will be determined on the day of the trip based on the best conditions on the rivers. The river sections that may be chosen for your trip are the Lower New River, the Upper New River, The Dries, the Lower Gauley River, the Middle Gauley River, the Upper Gauley River, and the Cherry River.
- What’s Included What’s Included
Transportation is covered from the resort to the river and back again. We’ll also provide all your rafting equipment (helmet, personal flotation device or PFD, paddle, and boat) and a complimentary beverage.
This is a full-day trip, so lunch will be included. Your guides will set up a full lunch spread partway through the trip.
Admission to the pool is included on the day of your trip.
- What to Bring What to Bring Bring any medication you need throughout the day, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a change of clothes to keep at the resort to change into after your trip. Guides carry small, waterproof bags to stow necessary medications. Depending on the time of year and the weather, you may also want a synthetic layer. If necessary, wetsuits and splash jackets are available for rent. Call us to book those, too.
- Trip Time Trip Time
This is a Full Day Trip.
Depending on the day’s water level, you’ll spend between 4-6 hours on the water, plus shuttle time to and from the river. You will stop partway through the trip for lunch. Trip length and intensity vary based on water levels, which change throughout the season.
- Your Boat & Guide Your Boat & Guide
Your boat type will vary on this trip.
Our standard, 16-foot rafts comfortably seat eight rafters and one river guide. Your river guide sits in the back of the raft, where they’ll give instructions for when and how to paddle through each rapid and share their expertise about our rivers and region. Learn more about our guides.
You may be placed in a smaller high-intensity raft or in inflatable kayaks.
- Requirements and Limits Requirements and Limits The minimum age for this trip is 15 years old. Our PFDs have a maximum chest capacity of 56 inches. All adventurers on the trip should be able to swim.
- Group Reservations Group Reservations Custom quotes are available for groups of over 15. Call us to learn more!
- Safety Safety Our trip leaders and river guides will talk through specific guidelines and requirements on site before you head for the water.