Commercial Whitewater Information

rafters getting ready to launch
A commercial river trip prepares to launch.

NPS photo/Louise McLaughlin

 

A number of licensed outfitters offer guided trips on the New and Gauley Rivers. Trained guides, equipment, instruction, transportation to and from the river, and meals are provided. Trips vary in length from several hours to several days, and offer different degrees of difficulty -- from peaceful float and fishing trips to crashing whitewater excitement.

The New River has trips available almost year-round, with the season running from April through October. Ranging from mild pools and riffles on the upper parts to big whitewater rapids in the lower section, the New offers something for everyone.

The Gauley River is more for the whitewater enthusiast, with a number of steep and technical rapids. The main season is early-September through mid-October, though trips are sometimes available at other times of the year.


List of commercial outfitters licensed by the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources:

ACE Adventure Resort
800-787-3982
www.aceraft.com

Adventures On The Gorge
855-379-8738
www.adventuresonthegorge.com

Alpine Ministries
800-806-2180
www.alpineministries.com

Cantrell Ultimate Rafting
304-877-8235
www.cantrellultimaterafting.com

New and Gauley River Adventures
800-759-7238
www.gauley.com

River Expeditions
800-463-9873
www.raftinginfo.com

West Virginia Adventures
800-292-0880
www.trywva.com

Last updated: January 8, 2020

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