Nowhere else in America will you find the diversity in river experience options… trips safe and fun for those as young as 6 or a ride so wild it takes your breath away. Here in ACE’s own backyard, you will find the 52-mile New River Gorge National River section and the 26-mile Gauley River, both world-class whitewater rivers. From beginner-friendly, class II-III waters of the Upper New to the world-class power of the Upper Gauley, there’s a rafting adventure to suit just about everyone.
high-adventure
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minimum age
world-class
15
minimum age
class III-V rapids
class IV-V+ rapids
Several decades ago, ACE pioneered a smaller, more agile raft to “pump up the fun volume.” The 14-footer and all its maneuverability quickly became the raft of choice!
When the world around is preparing for the chill of autumn, ACE is “cranking up the heat” in time for Fall Gauley Season. Powerful, relentless whitewater ranks the Fall Upper Gauley as world-class and is the benchmark by which other runs are measured. From our veteran guides to our exclusive Sweet’s Falls lunch site, ACE offers the best Upper Gauley trip around!
The Lower New River Gorge in a 14’/6+ person raft will have your adrenaline pumping. Brace yourself for tumbling waves, crashing surf and the majesty of America’s oldest river canyon - it’s the best spring and summer rafting in the east. Looking for even more? The Lower Gauley (min. age: 12) during fall dam release is jam-packed with rapids, steep drops and endless wave-trains. It’s our most challenging trip for first-timers.
But don’t stop there… catch the Summer Gauley Advanced trip. Using super small rafts and funyaks (inflatable kayaks) to navigate this tight, technical river channel, it’s perfect for those on a whitewater quest. fall upper gauley > pg. 18-19 summer gauley (advanced) > pg. 16-17
lower new river (6+ person raft) > pg. 14-15 fall lower gauley > pg. 18-19
mild
moderate strenuous
mild
moderate strenuous
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