Gauley River whitewater rafting season begins Sept. 6
One of the most scenic rivers in the U.S. becomes one of the best whitewater rafting runs in the world on September 6, attracting...
Eventful and colorful, October ideal for rafting in West Virginia
October may be the biggest month yet when it comes to whitewater rafting in West Virginia. Autumn color, Halloween fun, and the epic Bridge...
Photographer of iconic New River Gorge photo found
For more than a year after this iconic photograph of the New River Gorge hit social media, West Virginia Explorer editor David Sibray spent countless...
Resort re-introduces sunset rafting trips in the New River Gorge
FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — Old-time river rafters know that nothing compares to a sunset whitewater journey through the New River Gorge in West Virginia. The...
Temperatures on Gauley River in West Virginia strangely warm
Whitewater-rafting guides who have been plying the Gauley River in West Virginia are reporting that water temperatures are higher than normal for autumn.
Officials at...
"Hidden" whitewater run opens to West Virginia paddlers
Rafters and kayakers have been provided another 5.3 miles of whitewater to run in southern West Virginia where an agreement has been reached to...
Making sense of whitewater rapid classifications
With its many rivers coursing through many different kinds of terrain, West Virginia is a paradise for paddlers and rafters, especially where whitewater paddling...
Month of May ideal for high whitewater on New River
Perhaps no month is as ideal as May for whitewater rafting on the New River in West Virginia, if high water and big waves...
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Sign up for the West Virginia Explorer newsletter by February 28, 2018, and be entered to win a whitewater rafting adventure trip for two in...
Whitewater rafters on New River can enjoy gentle options, outfitter says
A whitewater-rafting trip on the New River may be the most exciting adventure many people experience, but one outfitter is ensuring guests have the...
WV Tourism Office announces countdown to Gauley Season
The West Virginia Tourism Office has launched its official countdown to Gauley Season. Only 10 days remain until whitewater-rafting enthusiasts from around the world...
Help build guide to booming West Virginia paddling events
Paddling sports such as kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are increasing in popularity in the Mountain State, and editors at West Virginia Explorer are asking...
