
Rafting on the New River Gorge, WV
The New River is among the oldest rivers on Earth; designated as a National River in 1978, this northward-flowing river was redesignated as New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in 2021. The New River continues to carve the deepest and longest river gorge in the Appalachian Mountains. Simply put, it is visually stunning and filled with amazing recreational opportunities from float trips and whitewater rafting to stand up paddleboarding and smallmouth bass fishing.
Two sections of the New River offer vastly different trips for all ages and abilities. The Upper New River affords a playful, low-impact excursion that’s a great introduction to rafting. While the Lower New River Gorge is a premier rafting destination with imposing rapids that challenge beginner to experienced rafters alike. Both sections feature magnificent scenery with their own historic and cultural nuances; each balancing the amazing natural ecosystem.


Upper New River | Single Day

Beginner

6+

5-7 hours

Starting at $115/person

May - October


Lower New River | Single Day

Intermediate

12+

5-7 hours

Starting at $125/person

May - October


Dueling Rivers | 2 Single Days

Intermediate

12+

5 - 7 Hours

Starting at $225 / person

Memorial Day - Labor Day


Upper New River Express Trip | Single Day

Intermediate

6+

2-3 hours

Starting at $85/person

May - October


Lower New River Express Trip | Single Day

Intermediate

12+

2-3 hours

Starting at $95/person

May - October


2 Day Upper/Lower New River (Basecamp)

Intermediate

12+

2 Days

$255 / person

May - October


2 Day Upper/Upper New River (Riverside)

Beginner

6+

2 Days

$285 / person

May - October


2 Day Upper/Lower New River (Riverside)

Intermediate

12+

2 Days

$285 / person

May - October


2 Day Lower/Lower New River (Basecamp)

Intermediate

12+

2 Days

$305 / person

May - October


Dueling Rivers | 2 Day Lower New/Summer Gauley (Basecamp)

Intermediate

12+

2 Days

$295 / person

Memorial Day - Labor Day