Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Marathon (Fall Only)
Overview
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9 hours
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This trip is for ages 16+. This is an all-day rafting hero trip. Guests should have whitewater paddling experience and be physically fit with good endurance.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Ages 16 and up, whitewater paddling experience
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Advise guide of any relevant medical conditions prior to trip start. Consult your physician about medical concerns prior to rafting.
What To Expect
A double treat, starting with high adrenaline rafting on the Gauley River's Class IV/V rapids, including the infamous drop over Sweets Falls, and then moving into the long and spectacular Lower Gauley, for a total of 26 miles! A great trip for adventure travelers who want to take on all-day endurance and fun. Amazing adventure, includes hearty lunch, usually with a great view of the other rafts, where you can cheer and witness the good, the bad, and the ugly attempts over the Falls. After lunch, continue this special extended trip down the Lower Gauley, with rapids that most people never see. A true 26 mile rafting marathon! At the river, you will get into your group's raft with your Guide, and immediately enter the Gauley River during an active dam release. This is NOT a slow start!! You will immediately paddle into a rush of excitement as the trip gets off to a very fast start. The river terrain is impressive, with huge boulders, dramatic drops, and quick changes in expanse and elevation.
Options
9:00am Marathon Rafting Trip
Duration: 9 hours
What‘s Included
Personal flotation device (life vest), helmet, paddle.
Snacks, drinks and a hearty lunch typically including build-your-own sandwiches, fresh fruits and veggies, chips, beans, potato salad, coleslaw, hummus, desserts, beverages.
Professional guide in your raft
Local taxes
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lifetime Experience
danp197,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have done a lot of rafting trips before and this company is truly one of the best! Mason was an INCREDIBLE guide- He debriefed each class 5 rapid with us, so we knew exactly what to expect. We felt safe, and had soooo much fun at the same time. He was professional, friendly and very skilled. We couldn't believe that he even goes down 65 foot waterfalls in a kayak on his own time, just for fun. Rob (the owner, I believe) has done an incredible job with the whole outfitters. They even take pictures and videos on the river that you can purchase later. He was so great at helping us feel welcome and safe the whole time. We will for sure be recommending this experience to all friends and family. We drive 4.5 hours one way just to go rafting on the upper Gauley with them and the next morning I woke up and said I would do it again- Truly the best experience ever! And I would go back with this company over the other local ones, too. So many people were falling out of rafts or getting stuck around us- No one on ours fell out or was scared even one time. We felt thrill while being safe the entire time.
Is it going to rain? Who cares! Hawaii 5.0.
523stormg,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall I really enjoyed. I signed up especially with WV Adventures because I thought Rob (owner) was down to earth and knowledgeable with a cool demeanor. Even though his description of camping grounds and extras included with tour (breakfast, food) we vague, rushed, his crew including Mason and Conner (guides) more than made up for my slightly sensitive N VA expectations. I recommend this group and am happy to support a more independent company vs. the bigger river companies. Also Mason’s enthusiasm for the river and New River Gorge environment is the only way to go! Go for it Mason. Rick Rothenberger, and Wyatt
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