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Just did the two day Upper and Lower Gauley Overnighter with Class VI at On The Gorge - Great Experience, Great Guides, Outstanding Food at Camp. The Gauley River offers spectacular rafting and views. Camp had hot showers and a hot tub that both hit the spot after a hard day paddling.
- Class I Rapids
- Class II Rapids: Novice
- Class III: Intermediate
- Class IV: Advanced
- Class V: Expert
- Class VI: Extreme and Exploratory Rapids
Class I rapids have fast moving water with riffles and small waves. They contain few obstructions, all obvious and missed with little training. The risk to swimmers is slight and self-rescue is easy.
Class II rapids are considered novice level with straightforward rapids that have wide, clear channels evident without scouting. While occasional maneuvering may be required, rocks and medium-sized waves are easily missed by trained rafters. Swimmers are rarely injured and group assistance is rarely needed. The upper end of this difficulty level is...
Class III rapids have moderate, irregular waves which may be difficult to avoid and can swamp an open canoe. Complex maneuvers in fast currents and good boat control in tight passages or around ledges are often required. Large waves or strainers may be present but can be easily avoided. Strong eddies and powerful current effects can be found, parti...
Class IV rapids are intense and powerful but predictable rapids requiring precise boat handling in turbulent water. Depending on the character of the river, it may feature large, unavoidable waves and holes or constricted passages demanding fast maneuvers under pressure. A fast, reliable eddy turn may be needed to initiate maneuvers, scout rapids, ...
Rivers in the Class V group contain extremely long, obstructed, or very violent rapids which expose a paddler to added risk. Drops may contain large, unavoidable waves and holes or steep, congested chutes with complex, demanding routes. Rapids may continue for long distances between pools, demanding a high level of fitness. If eddies exist they may...
If a river is classified as Class VI it is extremely dangerous. These runs have almost never been attempted and often exemplify the extremes of difficulty, unpredictability and danger. The consequences of errors are very severe and rescue may be impossible. Only teams of rapids’ experts should attempt these rapids at favorable water levels, after c...
After a Class VI whitewater rapids have been run many times, its rating may be changed to an appropriate Class 5.x rating. There you have it, Class 1 through 6 whitewater rapids explained. Hopefully, this helps you understand the International Scale more clearly and helps you choose your next rafting adventure.
Whitewater Classifications. Rivers are rated using roman numerals I to VI according to the International Scale of River Difficulty. Note also that a river’s level of challenge changes with fluctuations in water levels; a river rated Class IV at medium water levels might resemble a Class III river at lower water levels, while at higher levels ...
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Jun 19, 2023 · The river classification system is based on an International Scale of River Difficulty and ranges from Class 1 to Class 6 rapids. In this video, we explain the different white water rafting levels, as well as what to expect from each category of rapid on your next rafting trip.
Whitewater rafting is how we started, but there is so much to explore in the New River Gorge with Adventures on the Gorge. Whether your ideal adventure is lounging by the pool or taking on hard hitting, class V whitewater, we can help you create your best New River Gorge National Park vacation.
Sep 17, 2013 · Class VI - Mountain River: Class VI Rafting on the Upper Gauley - See 88 traveler reviews, 18 candid photos, and great deals for Lansing, WV, at Tripadvisor.
