Considered one of the top 10 whitewater rivers in the world, the Gauley River is West Virginia's legendary run. Each fall, Summersville Dam opens wide to unleash this “Beast of the East.” Over the course of 22 days of high adventure and fun, thousands of gallons of water per second begin their roaring, pounding journey to the sea ... dropping 650 feet over 26 miles, thundering and frothing over thousands of boulders, and creating steep drops, massive holes, and colossal waves. Technically demanding, the Gauley offers more than 100 major rapids, 56 of them Class III-V+. This is Gauley Season and it means unmatched and unforgettable excitement.
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[+] FALL RAFTING ON THE LOWER GAULEY RIVER
World Class: Class II-IV+ • Minimum age: 14
Revered by seasoned boaters and welcomed by novices, the Lower Gauley is a great prelude to the Upper Gauley, or as its own Gauley adventure! Roller coaster waves, big hydraulics, and over twenty-four major rapids create wet, wild, and exciting days on this beautiful section of river.
[+] FALL RAFTING ON THE UPPER GAULEY RIVER
World Class: Class III-V+ • Minimum age: 16
This is big whitewater with little room for errors, so get your game face on, grab a paddle and get here for over forty major rapids and forty years worth of memories!!! Paddle five Class V rapids including a 14' waterfall and a 3/4 mile long rapid. This is unforgettable, world-class whitewater at it's best.
Not recommended for the intrepid or first-time paddlers...if you want to find out if the Upper Gauley is for you, consider a "Reverse Gauley" trip where you paddle the Lower Gauley the first day, and work your way up to the Upper Gauley on the second day. It's our favorite way to see all the legendary Gauley has to offer.
LOWER GAULEY RIVER SPRING / SUMMER
The Gauley River, most famous for its world-class whitewater in the fall, is a hidden gem in the spring and summer. Prized for its beauty and diversity, the Gauley in the spring and summer is great for those that crave adventure in the unknown. It has the ability to be our most technically challenging and difficult trip. The river flows are unpredictable...from low to high, it’s a good ride whether you’re in a raft on the Upper or Lower or a duckie on the Middle. Imagine - lush foliage, cool mountain water and no crowds. Don't miss it.
