Pedals and Paddles Overnight Package

Biking & Rafting Riverside Overnight Package

Make the New River Gorge National Park your playground with this multi-sport overnight trip. Well, we mean if your playground had multiple mountain biking trails, with a river that has super fun whitewater running through it, and a private campsite on the banks of the river.   But your playground doesn’t, does it? But our Park does! So why not combine two different activities with one spectacular overnight stay on the banks of the New? Sweat it out on the trails, relax riverside, camp under the stars, then get up and raft some Class III-V whitewater. 

Spend your first day biking alongside your guide in the New River Gorge National Park. Good vibes and fun trails abound!  You’ll spend your evening camping riverside at our private campsite at Erskine Flats. Relax and enjoy the evening as we prepare your meal, wash up in our primitive showerhouse, and just relax under the stars. Wake up to coffee and a “home” cooked breakfast, and then suit up, we’re going rafting!  Big holes, Big waves, and fun times as you head downstream to the takeout beneath the New River Gorge Bridge. 

This package is perfect for guests who love mountain biking but also want to experience the New River Gorge by land and by river.

Quick Facts:

• 2-day overnight adventure package
• Includes mountain biking, camping, and Lower New River rafting
• Ages 12+ can participate
• Lower New features 20–25 Class III–V rapids
• Primitive overnight camping experience at Erskine Flats
• Meals included: Dinner, Breakfast, and Riverside Lunch
• Starts Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
• Minimum trip size: 4 guests (Memorial Day–Labor Day)

Why This Trip

This overnight combines two exciting outdoor adventures into one unforgettable experience. Spend your first day exploring the trails of the New River Gorge on a guided mountain bike ride before relaxing beside the river at camp.

The next morning, you’ll launch onto the Lower New River for a full day of whitewater rafting through Class III–V rapids, creating the perfect mix of trail riding, camping, and river adventure.

Trip Highlights

• Guided Mountain Bike Ride: Approx. 3.5-hour afternoon biking adventure
• Riverside Camping: Overnight stay at Erskine Flats
• Lower New River Rafting: 8–15 miles of whitewater adventure
• Meals Included: Dinner, breakfast, and riverside lunch
• Multi-Sport Experience: Explore the Gorge by trail and river

What to Expect

Your trip begins with check-in at noon at the Trip Check-In Pavilion. Guests should bring everything needed for the overnight experience, as belongings will be shuttled directly to the overnight campsite at Erskine Flats.

After gearing up with your mountain bike and helmet, you’ll head out on a guided afternoon ride beginning at 1 PM and lasting approximately 3.5 hours. The biking portion of the trip ends directly at the overnight campsite beside the river.

Dinner is provided at camp, where you’ll spend the night in dome tents with sleeping pads surrounded by the scenery of the New River Gorge.

On day two, you’ll launch onto the Lower New River for a full day of rafting. This section features approximately 20–25 Class III–V rapids over 8–15 miles, delivering an exciting whitewater experience through the Gorge.

After the rafting trip, guests return from the take-out at Fayette Station or Teays.

Overnight Camping Experience

This is a primitive camping experience designed to keep you close to the adventure.

Equipment provided includes:

• Dome tents with sleeping pads
• Mountain bike and helmet
• Rafting equipment including helmet, paddle, and PFD

Please note:

• Primitive bathrooms are available at camp
• No running water is available at the campsite

What to Bring

Mountain Biking

• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Closed-toe shoes required (sneakers or hiking shoes)
• Rain gear or hats if needed

Overnight Camping

• Sleeping bag and pillow
• Toiletries
• Change of clothes
• Flashlight
• Camp entertainment or personal items

Rafting

• Bathing suit
• Shorts and T-shirt
• River sandals with heel straps or sneakers

Trip Tips

• Flip flops are not permitted
• Wetsuits are available to rent if needed
• Photos will be taken and available for purchase afterward
• Peak days including Saturdays and holidays have higher rates
• Waivers are required for all participants
• Primitive bathrooms are provided at camp, but there is no running water
• Create the Full ACE Experience: On-site lodging and meal options are available before or after your trip to keep you closer to the adventure