The nation’s most epic whitewater event
Epic whitewater, gear giveaways and plenty of wild whitewater takes around the campfire— welcome to Gauley Fest, the largest paddling
August Insta-greats
As summer comes to a close, we’re reminiscing about all our wild, wonderful adventures. From the The State Fair of West Virginia
4 Labor Day weekend getaways for the family
Labor Day is the weekend to kiss the summer goodbye. Wondering how you and your family can savor the last
The many moods of the Cheat River (and when’s best to ride!)
The Cheat River is one of the longest free-flowing paddling destinations in the east, and northern West Virginia’s premier aquatic
What makes the Gauley River’s Pillow Rock rapid “The Best 10 Seconds in American Whitewater”?
“This is the best 10 seconds in American whitewater,” my raft guide told me the first time I ran the
Paddles? Psh. Ride the whitewater the easy way!
There’s tubing, and then there’s tubing. Inner tubes are great for lazy float trips, but did you know you can
You don’t need an ocean to shred waves in WV
The New River Gorge is the East Coast’s hub for shredding the surf on wild river waves. While an ocean
Think tubes mean calm, aimless floating? Think again!
Harpers Ferry is most well-known for its rich history, but it’s also a prime river town. Tucked under the shadow
Top 5 ways to celebrate 101 years of National Parks
On August 25, 2017, the National Park Service turns 101! Get out there and enjoy West Virginia’s National Parks! Here
11 wild teambuilding retreats for school & youth groups
Take your youth group to the mountains for some wild, wonderful team building. Nothing brings a group closer than overcoming
The ultimate romantic retreat, hiding just outside DC
Only about 1 hour from Washington D.C. is the perfect, but little-known romantic getaway: West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle. Take a
5 days in the New River Gorge with kids
The New River Gorge isn’t just for adrenaline junkies. It’s a great place for family vacations, too. The New River
5 WV adventure festivals not to miss
If you crave beautifully wild terrain, adventure sports, live music and like-minded people, go ahead and put in for a
Best of August in WV
As another wild, wonderful season comes to a close, there’s no better way to soak up the last of that
6 waterfalls you can paddle over
West Virginia is known for its mountains and world-class whitewater rivers, and when that wild water tumbles over those hills,
6 accessible river spots to launch your boat
Launch your boat for a scenic paddle in West Virginia, where you’ll find some of the most scenic rivers in
Your guide to the New River Gorge SUP Race
Grab a board and hit the waves— in a land-locked state. West Virginia’s lakes and rapids are perfect for the
8 top family summer vacations in the mountains
Who needs the beach when you have miles upon miles of outdoor recreation and beauty? Here are some of the
Mountain Surf Paddle Sports
Gal getaways: wild weekends
Feeling adventurous? Bring your friends along for the ride in West Virginia! It doesn’t matter if you’re a horse lover,
6 places to get really, really off the grid
Ditch the laptop and cell phone at home and recharge YOUR batteries instead at one of these off-the-grid places in
Hit the West Virginia water— hard
You can take part in just about any watersport that you can think of in the Mountain State. Whether you’re
Plan a prime man-cation
Need a getaway with just the guys? West Virginia’s got plenty to do, whether it’s rafting, hiking, biking or just
Meet the Roaming Gnome here in the mountains!
Travelocity’s Roaming Gnome is touring West Virginia! Have you seen a tiny bearded fellow in town? From late April to
Have you visited WV’s National Parks? We bet you didn’t do this…
Southern West Virginia’s National Parks are known for their natural beauty and outdoor recreation. The New River Gorge National River, Gauley
River Expeditions
Paddling WV’s classic whitewater river
The New River is the classic collection of whitewater runs that built West Virginia’s whitewater rafting industry. It runs all the
Whitewater 101: paddling WV’s world-class rapids
One of the best ways to enjoy West Virginia’s stunning outdoor scenery is with the plain, pure fun of whitewater
The East Coast’s undiscovered whitewater gem
The Cheat River ranks among the best for whitewater paddling in the region. Northeastern West Virginia is chock-full of creeks
Cheat River Outfitters
If your kids have enough “stuff,” here’s a gift idea.
Technology is wonderful. But the truth is we all need time to unplug— especially kids. With access to their favorite
24 resolutions to add to your bucket list this year
There are so many things to see and do in Wild, Wonderful West Virginia that it can be a bit
These daredevils parachute off a bridge— and you can watch!
It’s no wonder Bridge Day is the largest extreme sports event of its kind in the entire world. Who wouldn’t
22 things you didn’t know about the legendary Gauley River
One of the best whitewater destinations in the world is right here in the West Virginia mountains. Have you heard
Great Gauley! 5 highlights on one of the world’s best stretches of whitewater
West Virginia is undeniably one of the epicenters of whitewater rafting and kayaking in the world, with the Cheat River
7 WV adventures you’ll have to face solo… and be glad you did
Adventures are tucked into every nook and cranny of the Mountain State. Some you can enjoy together, but for others,
Rock N Roll Rafting
Wilderness Voyageurs
Whitewater rafting on the Cheat Canyon, Cheat Narrows, Big Sandy and the Tygart River. Rafting for families and adventure seekers.
West Virginia Adventures Rafting and Campground
West Virginia Campground is located in the lush green area of river rafting country of wild and wonderful West Virginia.
River Riders, Inc.
River Riders offers the finest white water rafting, tubing, stand up paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, zip line canopy tour and
New River Gorge National River
New and Gauley River Adventures
New and Gauley River Adventures offers the best in white water fun for travelers of all ages on the New
Laurel Highlands River Tours & Outdoor Center
Experience some of the best whitewater rafting in the east on the mighty Cheat River. The largest uncontrolled watershed in
Harpers Ferry Zip Line / Canopy Tour – River Riders
The Harpers Ferry Zip Line / Canopy Tour will bring you breathtaking scenery as you soar among the trees and
Gauley River National Recreation Area
Gauley River National Recreation Area was created in 1988 to protect the gorges and swift, winding waters of 25 miles
Fort Spring Boat Launch
Canoe/kayak put-in located seven miles from Alderson. Enjoy mild whitewater along the downstream, two to three-hour journey to Alderson.
Coal River Kayak and Canoe Rental
Coal River Kayak |amp; Canoe Rental is based in the Coal River Watershed that includes the Coal river, Big Coal
Cantrell Ultimate Rafting
Cantrell Ultimate Rafting offers river services on the New River, Gauley River, Greenbrier River and the Bluestone River. Our whitewater
Bluestone National Scenic River
Bluestone National Scenic River was created in 1988, to protect 10.5 miles of the Bluestone River as a free-flowing river.
Blackwater Outdoor Adventures
Blackwater Outdoor Adventures is an outfitter located on the Cheat River near Blackwater Falls and the Canaan Valley, WV. We specialize
USA Raft
Specializing in half-day Express Trips for time-sensitive and budget-savvy travelers. Trips daily from April – October for ages 6 on
The Ridges – West Virginia’s Newest Zipline Adventure
Experience West Virginia’s newest zipline located on site at River Expeditions.|nbsp; Thrill-seeker meets nature-lover for this exciting 2 to 2.5-hour
River & Trail Outfitters
River and Trail Outfitters of Knoxville, Maryland has been family owned and operated since 1972. River and Trail offers guided