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Water Activities · Lansing, WV
Two days on the Upper Gauley are a focused immersion in some of the most intense whitewater in the eastern United States. Expect non-stop Class V rapids, canyon views, and a guide-run experience for competent paddlers.
Read the story →Water Activities · Lansing, West Virginia
Two days on the Upper Gauley compresses a lifetime of whitewater into 4–6 hour days of continuous Class V rapids. This is a trip for experienced paddlers seeking the kind of controlled chaos only scheduled dam releases can produce.
Read the story →Water Activities · Summersville, West Virginia
Run the Upper Gauley twice in one day and compress a season’s worth of Class V drama into eight relentless hours. For experienced paddlers only, the Double Upper is a high-stakes, high-reward whitewater pilgrimage.
Read the story →Water Activities · Lansing, West Virginia
A full‑day, 26‑mile push down the Gauley River where more than 100 rapids and sustained big water demand stamina, teamwork, and grit. Expect an eight‑hour whitewater test for experienced paddlers.
Read the story →Water Activities · Lansing, West Virginia
A full day on the Upper Gauley is a compact education in big-water rafting — Class V rapids, a 14-foot waterfall, and geology that keeps your eyes moving. This guide tells you what to expect, how to prepare, and why fall release season makes the Gauley a must-ride.
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