Group of peoples are white-water rafting with inflatable raft Adventures on the Gorge - Lansing West Virginia USA

Lower Gauley

The Lower Gauley: A Hidden Whitewater Gem

The Lower Gauley River is a whitewater paradise that often flies under the radar—but we’re here to tell you, it deserves just as much love as its Upper Gauley sibling! Packed with Class III-IV rapids, this full-day adventure is a roller coaster ride through 13 miles of jaw-dropping scenery. Ride powerful waves, tackle thrilling rapids, and soak in the beauty of the Gauley River Canyon during peak fall foliage.

Adventurers navigate a river while rafting amidst the scenic beauty Adventures on the Gorge - Lansing West Virginia USA

CHALLENGE

Full Day

Min Age

12+

Lower Gauley River Whitewater Rafting

Learn More - Lower Gauley

A team of individuals navigating a river in a raft Adventures on the Gorge - Lansing West Virginia USA

Challenge

Full day

Min Age

16+

Marathon Gauley River

Learn More - Lower Gauley

Several individuals in bright rafts maneuvering Adventures on the Gorge - Lansing West Virginia USA

Challenge

2 Days

Min Age

16+

Deluxe Gauley River Overnight

Learn More - Lower Gauley

Not sure which to choose?

Adventures on the Gorge Lansing West Virginia USA - Groups of people in are white-water rafting on a turbulent river

Upper Gauley River

Learn More - Lower Gauley

Adventures on the Gorge Lansing West Virginia USA - peoples life vests excitedly paddle a raft through rapids

Best Run of the Day

Learn More - Lower Gauley

Adventures on the Gorge Lansing West Virginia USA - Group of peoples are navigating a blue raft through turbulent

Rafting 101

Know before you go

Adventures on the Gorge Lansing West Virginia USA - Picturesque landscape featuring a river and mountains

We’re here to answer all your whitewater-related questions, from what to wear to what rapid classifications mean. Here are some of our most asked whitewater questions.