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Rafting on the Gauley River, WV
Designated as a National Recreation Area, the Gauley River is consistently ranked as one of the top five whitewater rivers in the world. The Gauley River is dam-controlled with guaranteed release dates each Fall, in September after Labor Day and running for six weeks, ensuring optimum whitewater levels for beginner to advanced rafters.
Twenty-four miles of the Gauley River are split in two distinct sections which provide truly unique rafting experiences. The Upper Gauley offers bold, adrenaline-filled adventures and torrential whitewater, beckoning only serious rafting enthusiasts; while the Lower Gauley River is thrilling, yet appropriate for novice paddlers.
The entire Gauley River features spectacular scenery and awe-inspiring views of steep cliff faces set in a remote, rugged wilderness environment. Gauley River trips are also available in Summer, dependent upon water levels.
2024 FALL GAULEY RIVER RELEASE DATES (TENTATIVE):
September: 6, 7, 8, 9; 13, 14, 15, 16; 20, 21, 22, 23; 27, 28, 29, 30
October: 4, 5, 6; 12, 13; 19 (Bridge Day) & 20 (Last Day)
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Upper Gauley | Single Day
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Advanced
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16+
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5 - 7 Hours
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Starting at $140 / person
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September - October
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Lower Gauley | Single Day
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Intermediate
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12+
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5 - 7 Hours
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Starting at $125 / person
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September - October
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Summer Gauley | Single Day
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Intermediate
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12+
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5 - 7 Hours
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Starting at $145 / person
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Memorial Day - Labor Day
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Dueling Rivers | 2 Single Days
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Intermediate
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12+
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5 - 7 Hours
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Starting at $225 / person
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Memorial Day - Labor Day
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Dueling Rivers | 2 Day Lower New/Summer Gauley (Basecamp)
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Intermediate
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12+
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2 Days
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$295 / person
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Memorial Day - Labor Day
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2 Day Lower/Upper Gauley (Basecamp)
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16+
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2 Days
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$325 / person
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September - October
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2 Day Lower/Upper Gauley (Riverside)
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16+
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2 Days
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$420 / person
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September - October
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2 Day Upper/Lower Gauley (Riverside)
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16+
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2 Days
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$375 / person
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September - October
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2 Day Upper/Upper Gauley (Basecamp)
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16+
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2 Days
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$350 / person
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September - October
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2 Day Upper/Upper Gauley (Riverside)
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16+
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2 Days
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$425 / person
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September - October