The Gauley River is one the most challenging commercially run rivers in the world. Rafters come from far and wide to experience these intense and powerful rapids - 26 miles and over 100 rapids in all! 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.

Known far and wide as a paddling 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 as around the world as the ultimate commercial rafting challenge.

Fall Release Dates
September: 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, 26-29
October: 3-6, 11-12, 19

Scheduled dam releases start in September the weekend after Labor Day and continue for five 4-day weekends, Saturday and Sunday the sixth weekend, and one more Saturday the following weekend.

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