Overnight Lower New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Jump Rock: Experience nature’s high dive by jumping off this sandstone boulder into the New River.
• Surfing: Surf West Virginia style by riding the waves of the New River
• Swimmers Rapid: Jump out of the boat and swim through a fun and splashy rapid.
• Class IV+ Rapids: With two class IV+ rapids named Double Z and The Keeney’s, this trip is perfect for beginners and seasoned rafters alike.
• New River Gorge Bridge: Lower New River Gorge rafting trips end under the awe-inspiring New River Gorge Bridge, providing dramatic closure to the most inspiring outdoor journey on the East Coast.
• 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, and 1 dinner: Let your guide be the chef and prepare you a delicious feast on the side of the river.

MORE DETAILS

Packing List for an Overnight

• Sleeping bag & pillow
• Anything you may want at camp that night (i.e. additional beverages)
• Personal toiletries and prescription medications
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Shoes that will stay on your feet – NO flip flops or crocks
• Synthetic or wool base layers for under a wetsuit
• Towel and change of clothes for after the trip
• Sunscreen and bugspray
• Books, games, cards

ACE Provides:

• We provide you with a dry bag for all of your gear at the overnight site that you would like to keep dry.
• Tent and thin sleeping pad
• All rafting equipment
• Meals – lunch each day, dinner on day one and breakfast on day 2
• Beverages, soda, lemonade, water, hot chocolate, and a limited supply of beer and wine
• Awesome guides
• Transportation to and from the river

TRIP TIPS

• March – May is considered Spring rafting on the New River. The waves will be huge and the current will be fast.
• June & July brings lower water levels and is best for surfing and swimming.
• Unusually high water levels may cause trips to shifted to a different section of the river for safety.
• Waivers are required for all participants.
• Let us know about any food allergies or dietary restrictions prior to your arrival at ACE
• Water shoes, sunglasses, sunglass straps, and more last minute essentials can be purchased in the outfitter’s store.
• Wetsuits are available to rent prior to your trip.
• Be sure to leave the jewelry, watches, and any other valuables behind. Your trip leader will secure your car keys in a safe place. Items are easily lost on the river!

TRIP PHOTOS AND VIDEO

• Waterproof cameras/GoPros are allowed on ACE rafting trips.
• Whitewater Photography will take photos along the way for purchase after the trip in the Outfitter store at ACE.
• Most trips have a trip video, but it is not guaranteed your trip will be shot unless you pre-pay.