The Gauley River is one the most challenging commercially run rivers in the world. Whitewater rafters come to West Virginia from far and wide to experience these intense and powerful rapids - 26 miles and over 100 rapids! It’s the zenith of whitewater, the apex of rafting, the peak of adventure…call it what you will but make sure you don’t miss Gauley Rafting Season this fall

Have You Been “Assaulted”?
Yes, the Gauley will assault your inner sense of adventure with the monster waves and holes that hold a fierce reputation for delivering adrenaline in giant doses! The fall foliage doesn’t dissapoint either with colorful mountain views, sheer cliff walls and the ever-changing moods of the river.

The Upper Gauley River in West Virginia is known far and wide as a whitewater rafting destination for adrenaline-seekers around the world, it is home to the famous Big Five Class V rapids (Initiation, Pillow Rock, Iron Ring, Lost Paddle and Sweet’s Falls) that have made a name for themselves around the world as the ultimate commercial rafting challenge.

Fall Release Dates
September: 11-14, 18- 21, 25-28
October: 2-5, 9-12, 17-18

Scheduled dam releases start in September the weekend after Labor Day and continue through the 3rd weekend in October. October 16, 2010 is Bridge Day

Plenty of Options
Come to West Virginia for a long weekend of whitewater rafting and run the Upper and Lower sections in two consecutive days, take on your favorite section two days in a row, or do the entire 26 miles in a challenging Ironman day of rafting.