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Upper Gauley River Whitewater Rafting

The Pinnacle of Whitewater Rafting

Get ready for one of the most legendary whitewater runs on the planet! The Gauley River drops a staggering 668 feet over 24 miles, delivering relentless, high-volume Class III-V rapids that demand precision and power.

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CHALLENGE
challenge level-3 of Upper Gauley River Whitewater Rafting
Full Day
Min Age
15+
Upper Gauley River Whitewater Rafting

Take on the legendary Upper Gauley! Experience world-class Class V rapids, heart-pounding drops, and non-stop action on one of the most intense whitewater runs in the world.

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Challenge
challenge level-3 of Upper Gauley River Express
3/4 Days
Min Age
15+
Upper Gauley River Express

Short on time but still want the thrill? The Express trip gets you through the biggest and best Upper Gauley rapids in a fast-paced adventure you won’t forget!

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Challenge
challenge level-3 of Double Upper Gauley River
Full day
Min Age
16+
Double Upper Gauley River

Can’t get enough? Conquer the Upper Gauley’s Class V rapids TWICE in one epic day! Double the adrenaline, double the adventure, and double the fun!

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Challenge
challenge level-3 of Deluxe Gauley River Overnight
2 Days
Min age
16+
Deluxe Gauley River Overnight

Raft hard by day, camp riverside by night! This two-day adventure combines the best rapids of the Upper and Lower Gauley with a night under the stars.

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Challenge
challenge level-3 of Marathon Gauley River
Full day
Min age
16+
Marathon Gauley River

Tackle the entire Gauley River in one action-packed day! Paddle through 24 miles of legendary whitewater, hitting all the biggest Class III-V rapids.

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Challenge
challenge level-3 of Reverse Gauley River
2 Days
Min age
15+
Reverse Gauley River

Flip the script and run the Gauley backwards! Start on the Lower Gauley and build up to the Upper’s biggest rapids for a thrilling twist on a classic ride.

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Rafting 101

Know before you go

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We’re here to answer all your whitewater-related questions, from what to wear to what rapid classifications mean. Here are some of our most asked whitewater questions.

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