An Epic Adventure Awaits this Gauley Season

Highly anticipated each year, Gauley Season provides the biggest and best whitewater of the season. Each fall Gauley Season, guaranteed dam-released river levels offer epic whitewater from September until the middle of October. From mild trips on the Lower Gauley to extreme rafting on the Upper Gauley, outfitters in the area offer a wide range of rafting trips perfect for any level rafter. Start planning your Gauley Season adventure today.

ACE Adventure Resort

Located in Oak Hill, ACE Adventure Resort provides beautiful accommodations, scenic views and endless adventures. This Gauley Season, ACE Adventure Resort offers several trips to experience the best of the season. From full-day trips to rafting marathons, each trip features stunning scenery and incredible rapids along the way.

Upper Gauley Trips

  • Full Day Fall Upper Gauley Whitewater Rafting
  • Double Run Fall Upper Gauley Whitewater Rafting
  • Classic Fall Gauley River Overnight Trip
  • Fall Gauley River Rafting Marathon
  • Upper Gauley and Lower Gauley “Reverse” Whitwater Rafting
  • Double Upper Gauley Whitewater Rafting Overnight

Lower Gauley Trips 

  • Full Day Fall Lower Gauley Whitewater Rafting
  • Classic Fall Gauley River Overnight Trip
  • Fall Gauley River Rafting Marathon

Adventures on the Gorge

Nestled in the heart of the New River Gorge area, Adventures on the Gorge is a gorgeous adventure resort known for its one-of-a-kind adventure and memory-making experiences. Discover the thrill of Gauley Season this fall at Adventures on the Gorge.

Rafting Trips

  • Upper Gauley River Full Day
  • Double Upper Gauley River Full Day
  • Upper Gauley River 3/4 Day
  • Gauley River Deluxe Overnight
  • Double Upper Gauley River 2 Days
  • Marathon Gauley River
  • Reverse Gauley River 2 Days

River Expeditions

Home to incredible outdoor adventures and beautiful, rustic accommodations, trips at River Expeditions are always special. With Gauley Season quickly approaching, River Expeditions has a number of trips perfect for experiencing many miles and rapids of the mighty Gauley River.

Rafting Trips

  • Upper Gauley River
  • Lower Gauley River
  • Full Gauley Marathon
  • Lower/Upper Gauley River Reverse
  • Double Upper Gauley Overnight
  • Lower/Upper Gauley River Reverse Riverside Overnight

West Virginia Adventures

Located in Glen Jean, West Virginia Adventures offers gentle float trips, intermediate trips, extreme trips and cozy lodging. From mild to wild, West Virginia Adventures has the right trip for everyone this Gauley Season.

Rafting Trips

  • Lower Gauley River Rafting Day Trip
  • Upper Gauley Rafting Day Trip
  • Double Upper Gauley Rafting Day Trip
  • Gauley River Marathon Rafting Trip

While you’re in the area, take time to explore and sight-see. Home to an incredible food scene, craft breweries, charming boutiques and specialty shops and stunning scenic spots, there’s always something to see and do in this area. For tips and more information on how to explore this gorgeous area visit the New River Gorge Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Visit Southern West Virginia Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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This post was last updated on August 29, 2022