Whitewater rafting in West Virginia offers thrilling adventures and unforgettable experiences, especially on iconic rivers like the New, Cheat, Gauley, Potomac, and Shenandoah rivers. Known as one of America’s premier whitewater destinations, West Virginia attracts rafters from around the country with its adrenaline-pumping rapids, breathtaking canyon views, and expert-guided tours for all skill levels.
Whether tackling the world-famous Gauley River’s intense Class V rapids or enjoying a scenic float on the Potomac, rafting here provides excitement, teamwork, and a unique way to explore the Mountain State’s wild, unspoiled beauty. For locals, tourists, and new residents drawn by the remote-work revolution, whitewater rafting in West Virginia is the perfect escape to stay active, connect with nature, and experience why the state is a top destination for outdoor adventure. Be sure to visit our Whitewater Rafting Travel Guide for more information about rafting and whitewater rafting areas in West Virginia.
The commercial whitewater-rafting season in the New River Gorge kicked off with high water and high hopes in March, and though water levels have already dropped, officials say expectations for the season ahead remain high. Despite a sharp decline in water-based tourism following floods in June 2016, tourists are eager to return to the region … Read more
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Lisa Debarr, of Charleston, originally of Buckhannon, has won a guided whitewater rafting trip for two on the New River with ACE Adventure Resort, according to David Sibray, editor and publisher of West Virginia Explorer. As per the terms of the drawing, Debarr entered by becoming a member of the West Virginia … Read more
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FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — ACE Adventure Resort will launch the first New River whitewater rafting trip of its 2014 season at noon Saturday, according to communications director Beth Gill. Three customers from McLean, Virginia, have booked the first trip, which will depart from the ACE visitor center at Minden, near Oak Hill, W.Va., at noon under … Read more
