The Gauley River National Recreation Area was established in 1988 to preserve 25 miles of the Gauley River and six miles of the Meadow River. The Upper Gauley and Lower Gauley drop more than 668 feet through 25 miles of rugged terrain. The Gauley's complex stretch of whitewater features more than 100 rapids with a steep gradient, technical runs, an incredible volume of water and huge waves! Its vigorous rapids, scenic quality and inaccessibility combine to make the Gauley one of the premier whitewater rivers in the world and rated by many experts as one of the top ten.
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Lower Gauley River White Water Rafting
You do not have to brave the demanding Upper Gauley in order to experience
the beauty and mystique of the legendary Gauley River. The Lower Gauley is the best choice for an adventurous first time rafter, a New River enthusiast looking for the next challenge, or even seasoned veterans. Lower Gauley trips give you rapid after rapid of pure paddling fun, comparable in difficulty to the Lower New River. With over 45 rapids ( such as “Heaven Help You” and “Pure Screaming Hell”) you will find plenty of excitement and breathtaking canyon scenery.
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Upper Gauley River White Water Rafting
The Upper Gauleyis extreme, scary and thrilling all at the same time! Almost non-stop rapids include the ‘monster five’ Class V+ rapids: Insignificant, Pillow Rock, Lost Paddle, Iron Ring, and Sweet’s Falls. Big drops and boulder-choked rapids will test you and your teamwork. It fires up the adrenaline! The raging white water and incredible scenery are practically intoxicating - meaning unmatched, and unforgettable, excitement.
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