Whitewater Rafting on the Gauley River
Whitewater rapids are more epic on the Gauley River. Exploration is waiting for you at one of the nation’s newest national parks.
Unforgettable Adventures Await You on the Gauley.
The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is famous for its breadth of whitewater rafting opportunities, and you’ll find some of the world’s most thrilling rapids on the Gauley River.
ACE Adventure Resort and Adventures on the Gorge will make your trip to West Virginia even more exciting – providing all the resources you’ll need to make your Southern West Virginia getaway a memorable one!
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Your Getaway on the Gauley
Upper Gauley
With the most intense rapids on the Gauley, the Upper Gauley will make sure you have the thrill of your life. Head out with Adventures on the Gorge to ride the Class III-IV rapids. While stopped, take in the impressive surrounding landscape and grab your fishing pole to catch some trout. This section of the river is recommended for highly experienced rafters.
Lower Gauley
Known to be slightly less difficult than the Upper Gauley but still thrilling, the Lower Gauley boasts over 50 rapids and promises several big wave trains. Gather your friends and take to the Lower Gauley with ACE Adventure to ride these Class II-IV rapids in style! Choose from a variety of rafting options, including a full-day trip or overnight stay and immerse yourself in the dramatic scenery of the “Beast of the East.”
Meet The Outfitters
ACE Adventure Resort is nestled within the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. In addition to spectacular whitewater rafting trips, ACE Adventure Resort offers ziplining, rock climbing, mountain biking, comfy lodging and camping accommodations and to top it all off, an exciting waterpark.
Resting on the brim of the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve, Adventures on the Gorge offers thrilling whitewater rafting in addition to horseback riding, kayaking, standup paddle-boarding, rock climbing and an adventure park. In addition to a plethora of outdoor activities, AOTG also offers cozy accommodations for overnight trips.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Not sure what to bring along on your trip? The items you’ll need for whitewater rafting trips differ depending on the weather, time of the season, and where you go. It is always a great idea to talk with whom you go with or local guides, but here is some basic equipment you’ll need to bring on your trip. Once you get all this together, you’ll be ready!
- Bathing suit or water-friendly clothes
- Shoes that have a heel strap
- Dry clothes for an outfit change
- Water
- A rain jacket for a rainy day
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
Get to Know the New River Gorge Area
Southern West Virginia is home to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. From exhilarating outdoor recreation opportunities to historic railroad towns, this region offers peak excitement and the experience of a lifetime. This corner of Almost Heaven certainly has something to offer every adventurer.
At the New River Gorge, exploration of all kinds is encouraged. Around every bend of the river or curve in a trail, there’s a new adventure. Explorers can take in scenic vistas from the end of a hike through the woods or reach new heights while scaling sandstone cliffs. This area also boasts unique, Appalachian-inspired flavor and a friendly atmosphere.