Lower New River Whitewater Rafting

• Ages 12+
• Class II-IV Rapids
• 4-6 hours on the water
• Includes lunch
• Wondering what to wear? Check out this blog. 
• Prices start at $129

This is our most popular whitewater rafting trip and the reason people return year after year. For many, the Lower New River is a first-time rafting trip. For others, it’s a trip they’ve been waiting to experience after rafting the calmer waters of the Upper New River or other river sections throughout the United States.

The Lower New River Full Day Trip rafts through the heart of the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. And while the park designation is new, the river has been rafted for decades. The scenic splendor of the Lower New River combines with the Class III-IV rapids. At this junction we have an incredible full day river trip, complete with lunch prepared for you by your guides. You can expect scenic stretches of this ancient river with calm water, class III-IV rapids in between, a break to jump off Jump Rock, and time to swim and enjoy the scenery.

Lower New River Whitewater Rafting

On our Full Day Lower New River rafting trip, you will raft through the heart of the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Here, you’ll travel on this ancient waterway, learning about the history of the region while experiencing incredible rapids, calm pools perfect for swimming, and Jump Rock.

As you descend into the New River Gorge, the river narrows, and the boulders located throughout the river and on its banks get larger. You’ll see the New River Gorge from below, including well known spots within the New River Gorge National Park, like the New River Gorge Bridge and Endless Wall. Your day will be filled with rapids, but it’s also going to be filled with flat water pools that are perfect for swimming. The New River Gorge’s water flows south to the north, and the water is typically very warm during the summer months (but still refreshing on those hot summer days!).

Part way through this full day trip, you’ll stop to enjoy a riverside lunch that will be set up for you by your guides. Have dietary restrictions? No problem! Give us a call and we’ll note any allergies, intolerances, or restrictions into your reservation (we want to make sure we pack the right stuff to fuel you up for your rafting experience!).

Once you’re back on the bus, you’ll travel home to Adventures on the Gorge. You did it! You rafted the New River Gorge! Once you’re back on base, make sure to check out your trip photos and videos. You’re going to want to remember this day for a long time!