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Anyone who’s anyone in whitewater rafting knows Fall Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Season is a special time in West Virginia. Guides and guests alike literally froth at the mouth with the mere mention of running such rapids as Pillow Rock or Iron Ring during Upper Gauley River Fall Flows. Then there’s Rollercoaster and Lower Mash’s thumping, continuous wave trains and the unmatched scenery on the fall flow Lower Gauley Run. For those of us who just can’t decide, a Gauley River Marathon gives all 26 miles of Gauley River Whitewater in one spectacular day; or a Gauley River Overnight means two days of adrenaline plus a riverside experience. For six weekends every fall, 22 days total, the Gauley River is unleashed from the Summersville dam that restrains its waters all summer long.

But the Gauley River Season is more than six weekends in the fall. ACE’s Summer Gauley Rafting Trips run the Upper and Lower Gauley River from spring through summer and fall. You’ve got the river all to yourself, the rapids are tight and technical, and we run smaller, high adventure boats on summer flows. No matter what time of year, the Gauley River is in a league of its own: challenging rapids, high adrenaline, and an unmatched wilderness experience in Southern West Virginia. Check it out!

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Seasons and Sections of the Gauley River

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Gauley Events

Gauley Season has Six Weekends Packed Full of Whitewater and Fun

 


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Gauley Season Week 1 | September 11th - September 14th


Culturefest - September 10-13th

Pipestem, WV
The Appalachian South Forlklive Center combines music, dance, crafts, food and more in the 6th annual Culturefest celebration, including a full weekende of world-class performances, workshops, artisan and import vendors, drum circles and more.
For more information visit: http://www.culturefestwv.com

 


Gauley Season - September 11th

ACE Adventure Resort
The excitement has been building for a full year. We're chomping at the bit, waiting at the base of the Summersville Dam. And the fun won't stop, even when the river does. Celebrate "Festive Fridays" at ACE: Sumo Wrestling, Cornhole and Rubber Olympics will take us into the evening.

 


Rubber Olympics - September 11th

ACE Adventure Resort

Ask any river runner: Everything’s more fun with inflatable rubber. Join us for Gauley Season’s first-ever Rubber Olympics. Rafts, trampolines and a rubber iceberg lashed together become a maze on the ACE Lake, making for race hilarity as competitors attempt to navigate the course and stay dry.

 


Lazy Man Dub Band - September 11-12th

ACE Adventure Resort
The Lazy Man Dub Band is bringing roots rock and reggae to the masses, one party at a time. This Roanoke, Virginia, jam band will bring good vibrations to ACE Adventure Resort.

 


College Football - September 12th

ACE Adventure Resort
Yes, you can have the perfect weekend — whitewater rafting and college football on an outdoor big screen. Tailgating has never been this good, folks.
Game Selection: USC vs. Ohio State

 


Carnefex Ferry Civil War Reenactment - September 12-13th

Summersville, WV
While Gauley Season soldiers battle Pillow Rock rapid below, you can witness the Battle of Carnifex Ferry reenacted on the same ground as the original conflict of 1861. Set in the state park along the cliff-lines that border the Gauley, the two-day event includes living history demonstrations such as camp life, military drills, and a reenactment of the Federal assault on the center of the Confederate line.
For more information visit: http://www.carnifexferrybattlefieldstatepark.com/events.html

 


Surfin' Sunday - September 14th

Gauley River & ACE Adventure Resort
If you plan on rafting on Sunday, you are automatically entered to participate in the “Surfin’ Sunday Film Fest” competition. We’ll be looking for the best paddling team from each trip down the river. A t-shirt designed especially for the occasion is up for grabs.

 


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Gauley Season Week 2 | September 18th - September 21st


Festive Fridays - September 18th

ACE Adventure Resort
Every Friday during Gauley Season is a “Festive Friday.” We’ll be rolling out the Sumo Suits, Cornhole and outdoor big screen to get the weekend off to a grand start.

 


Ken Kruger - September 18th

ACE Adventure Resort
Haling from Mars, PA, Ken has picked the strings of his guitar almost as long as he’s used a kayak paddle. On this Friday evening, you’ll find him in the ACE Lost Paddle Bar & Grill playing some of his favorite tunes.

 


Gauley Fest - September 18-20th

Summersville, WV
A fundraiser for American Whitewater, Gauley Fest began in 1983 to celebrate the derailment of a hydro-electric project that would have changed the course of Gauley Season as we know it. Twenty-seven years later, it is the largest river festival in the world. Help protect our waterways – join us for Gauley Fest Bash – all proceeds go to AW’s conservation and access projects.
For more information visit: http://americanwhitewater.org/content/Wiki/aw:events_gauley

 


Jimmy Buffet Tribute Beach Party - September 19th

ACE Adventure Resort
Join us for the last weekend of Summer 2009, and what better way to paint the picture of great surf and a beach party than with a Jimmy Buffet tribute. We’ll be serving up some outdoor games, a bonfire after dark and some sun-and-sand-filled groovin’ tunes with Jim Snyder.

 


College Football - September 19th

ACE Adventure Resort
Get in on college game night – played live on ACE’s giant outdoor movie screen.
Game Selection: Texas Tech vs. Texas

 


Grape Stomping Wine Festival - September 19th

Summersville, WV
Let the Kirkwood Winery share a little piece of Appalachian history and culture with you. They have a full day of events planned from some bluegrass pickin’ and country clogging to grape stomping and whiskey tastings.
For more information visit: http://www.kirkwood-wine.com/grapestompingfestival.html

 


Country Roads Festival - September 19-20th

Ansted, WV at Hawks Nest State Park
If you have a few hours to spare, this small-town festival is definitely worth attending. On Saturday, the music will be playing all day from country to bluegrass to old-time rock and roll. Enjoy local crafters, cotton candy, homemade fudge and other festival favorites on the park grounds. Ansted’s Lions Club will be serving up a tasty beef barbecue with all the fixin’s. On Sunday, enjoy a gospel music tribute and vintage car show.
For more information call: 304.658.5212 or 800.225.5982


Animal Upper Gauley Race - September 21st

Summersville Dam to Sweet's Falls on the Gauley River
In its 17th year, “Animal” racers will take on 9 miles of the Upper Gauley. Whether in a raft, kayak or some other form of transportation, each must negotiate the BIG Class V+ rapids on the Upper Gauley and run the 12-foot drop at Sweet’s Falls.
For more information visit: http://www.gauleyrace.com


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Gauley Season Week 3 | September 25th - September 28th


Festive Fridays - September 25th

ACE Adventure Resort
We’re all about having a good time. That’s why we every weekend of Gauley Season with fun and games: sumo wrestling, cornhole and more.

 


Ken Kruger - September 25th

ACE Adventure Resort
Video boater by day and fingerpicker by night, enjoy some blues and folk with a whole lot of Ken Kruger thrown in for good measure. You can find him in or around the Lost Paddle Bar & Grill.


Bonfire BBQ Weekend - September 26th

ACE Adventure Resort
We can come up with just about any excuse if it means having a party. And since it’s officially fall, we thought it would be a good reason to have a backyard barbecue with all the fixin's, fun and friends.

 


Battle of the BBQs - September 26th

ACE Adventure Resort
Test your taste buds with the flavor of West Virginia barbecue. We’ll be serving the best of the best with a variety of different flavors. It’s up to you to select “best in show” from ACE Adventure Resort.


Band Jam - September 26th

ACE Adventure Resort

Hang out by the lake for an evening of local entertainment. We’ll be chillin’ out around the bonfire to tunes from Ken Kruger, Anne Cline, and Katrina Brown.


Road Kill Cook-Off - September 26th

Marlinton, WV
You’ve seen it on CNN, the Travel Channel and the Food Channel. Now experience it in person – the outrageous food of the West Virginia Road Kill Cook-Off! This event is about 1.5 hours from ACE.
For more information visit: http://www.pocahontascountywv.com/events_calendar.aspx



College Football - September 26th

ACE Adventure Resort
What goes better together than beer and football… tailgating at ACE, beer and football. Live on the outdoor big screen, we’ll be playing the night’s biggest rivalry.
Game Selection: Iowa vs. Penn State

 


Surfin' Sunday - September 27th

Gauley River & ACE Adventure Resort
Don’t forget about Surfin’ Sundays every Sunday of Gauley Season. You and your crew of friends could be crowned champion and honored with a Tommy Hood original Surfin’ Sunday t-shirt.



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Gauley Season Week 4 | October 2nd - October 5th


Festive Fridays - October 2nd

ACE Adventure Resort
Now that fall has settled into the mountains of West Virginia, we are kicking it up a notch for “Festive Fridays.” Down by the ACE lake, we’ll be rolling out the Sumo Suits, Cornhole and Outdoor Big Screen for a big evening of off-river antics.

 


Ken Kruger - October 2nd

ACE Adventure Resort
Since Ken brings his guitar wherever he travels, we’re fortunate he’s on the ACE staff this year. It’s our honor to present one of our own… Ken Kruger… you can find him in the Lost Paddle Bar & Grill.

 


Wild Rumpus - October 3rd

ACE Adventure Resort
Get your feet tapping to the sounds and song writing of Wild Rumpus, a local group hailing from Fayetteville, WV. You’ll enjoy tunes from the past and present all rolled together - bluegrass, swing, country, and rock & roll.

 


College Football - October 3rd

ACE Adventure Resort

Another perfect fall weekend of college football and Gauley River whitewater – check out the college game of the week on ACE’s outdoor big screen.
Game Selection: USC vs. California

 


Huntersville Days - October 3rd

Huntersville, WV
See Appalachian culture and heritage at its best - wool spinning, apple butter making, ice cream churning, beekeeping, quilting, blacksmithing, lye soap making, cow milking and cheese making. Mountain music & family fun all day! This event is about 1.5 hours from ACE.
For more information visit: http://www.pocahontascountywv.com/events_calendar.aspx

 


Whitewater Rumble Race - October 4th

Lower Gauley & ACE Adventure Resort
Get in on the action with ACE’s first Whitewater Rumble down the Lower Gauley River. Select a team of rafters from 4-6 paddlers. Each team will have a guide to navigate them down the river. The team to make down the fastest wins, and wins BIG!

Check out the Whitewater Rumble Race Events Here!

 


Surfin' Sunday - October 4th

Gauley River & ACE Adventure Resort

If you plan on rafting on Sunday, you are automatically entered to participate in the “Surfin’ Sunday Film Fest” competition. We’ll be looking for the best paddling team from each trip down the river. A t-shirt designed especially for the occasion is up for grabs.



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Gauley Season Week 5 | October 8th - October 11th


Wilderness Challenge - October 8th-10th

ACE Adventure Resort
Looking for a spectator sport? More then 250 seasoned athletes will converge on ACE Adventure Resort for the 6th Annual Military Wilderness Challenge Race. Over the course of 2 days, they will battle a grueling 50-mile race course on mountain bikes, in duckies and rafts and running. Come cheer on these active-duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces and show your pride.

 


Festive Fridays - October 9th

ACE Adventure Resort
Don’t miss out on a Gauley Season tradition here at ACE – “Festive Fridays”. It’s all about a great day on the river and a fun-filled evening of games.

 


Ken Druger - October 9th

ACE Adventure Resort
Singer, song writer Ken Kruger heads to South America after Gauley Season, but we’re lucky to catch him before he sets out for his winter migration. Enjoy an evening of Ken’s favorites tunes. You can find him in the Lost Paddle Bar & Grill.

 


Katrina Brown - October 10th

ACE Adventure Resort
Beginning her solo career in California about 20 years ago, she recently settled in Southern WV. We are pleased Kat will be playing at ACE to share her eclectic folk-rock, blues and jazz style with us.

 


College Football - October 10th

ACE Adventure Resort
Just because you want to hang out in West Virginia for the weekend doesn’t mean you’ll miss the big game. Every Saturday night during Gauley Season is dedicated to College Football – we’ll be playing it live on the outdoor movie screen.
Game Selection: Florida vs. LSU

 


Surfin' Sunday - October 11th

Gauley River & ACE Adventure Resort
The “Film Fest” competition plays out under the Big Top every Sunday evening during Gauley Season. If you’re rafting the Gauley, you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind, very cool T-shirt!

 


Columbus Day - October 12th

Gauley River & ACE Adventure Resort
It’s not often a Gauley whitewater release lands on Columbus Day. With these two events in cosmic alignment, there’s no better way to celebrate the discovery of America than hitting the big-water waves of the Gauley. It makes perfect sense to us!
Check out our other Holiday Specials: http://www.aceraft.com/vacation-deals.html

 


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Gauley Season Week 6 | October 17th - October 18th


Bridge Day - October 17th

New River Gorge Bridge
Come watch it rain BASE jumpers in the New River Gorge. Avoid the crowds — 200,000 on the bridge — and paddle yourself to a front-row seat for the 21st Annual Bridge Day. Join ACE on the Lower New River for this fantastic fall tradition.
Check out our Fall Deals: http://www.aceraft.com/vacation-deals.html

 


Fayetteville Festivities - October 17th

Fayetteville, WV
Come watch it rain BASE jumpers in the New River Gorge. Avoid the crowds — 200,000 on the bridge — and paddle yourself to a front-row seat for the 21st Annual Bridge Day. Join ACE on the Lower New River for this fantastic fall tradition.
For more information visit: http://www.officialbridgeday.com/events

 


New River Trail Rides - October 17th

ACE Adventure Resort
Saddle up and support a local charity on Bridge Day! New River Trail Rides will donate a portion of Bridge Day rides to the Fayette County Special Olympics.
For more information visit: http://www.ridewva.com/index.shtml

 


Old Fashioned Pig Roast - October 17th

ACE Adventure Resort
While you’re out paddling whitewater rapids and watching BASE jumpers, Chef Randy will be tending the fires all day to serve up an “Old Fashioned Pig Roast” that’s hot off the spit. Savor the thrill of the day by relaxing for the evening at the Lost Paddle Lounge.
Give us a call and make your reservation! 1.800.787.3982

 


3-Card Monty - October 17th

ACE Adventure Resort
Join Brian Hornsby and his band of rock n’ rollers for an evening of classic, new and southern rock tunes.

 


Last Day of Gauley Season - October 18th

Gauley River
This final day of scheduled full-flow release from Summersville Dam is your last chance to get an Upper Gauley River fix until next year. Help ACE close out the 2009 season with a bang — wave riding, river surfing, slot maneuvering and a hot-grilled lunch.
Check out our Fall Deals: http://www.aceraft.com/vacation-deals.html

 


 

Gauley Specials

ACE Adventure Resort has plenty of great Gauley Season Deals and Packages. Find the Whitewater Rafting Special that fits your group!

 


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Gauley Camp Package

Hot Deal - Every Gauley Season Weekend!

Be the first to catch the wave — and all the whitewater of the Gauley River. From the adrenaline-pumping Upper Gauley to the roller-coaster wave trains of the Lower Gauley, the choice is yours.

  • Upper or Lower Gauley Raft Trip (#115 or #116)
  • Hearty Breakfast, Grilled Lunch and Dinner Buffet the Day of Your Raft Trip
  • 2 Nights Complimentary Camping at ACE’s Mountain Top Campground

THU/FRI: $159 – FRI/SAT: $189 – SAT/SUN: $169 – SUN/MON: $149
Features ACE’s 16’ traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $20 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.

This special offer is available Gauley Season, 2009.

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Gauley Season Overnighter

Special Weekend Package - Septermber 11-12, 2009

There’s nothing else like it in the world: The opening day of Gauley season. Mark your calendars now. This September 11th is not to be missed. It’s so good, take two days to rev up the adrenaline.

Friday morning, join the excitement that defines the first run on the Upper Gauley. Save yourself a bus ride at the end and stay by the river’s edge – enjoy a roaring fire, delicious grilled spread, and comfortable sleeping accommodations. The next day, sleep in and refuel on a hearty breakfast catered by your guides. As the Gauley River fills back up and the water rolls downstream, jump on for another day for roller-coaster rapids and a deep canyon adventure.

  • DAY 1: Upper Gauley Raft Trip
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch at Sweet’s Falls
  • Camp at ACE’s Private Overnight Site
  • Delicious Steak Dinner with all the Fixings
  • Selection of Beverages for Evening Around the Campfire - Can Bring Your Own Cooler with Additional Beverages
  • DAY 2: Hot and Hearty Breakfast at Camp
  • Lower Gauley Raft Trip
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch on the River
Only $289 per person

Features ACE’s 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests!

Special pricing is available Sept. 11/12, 2009.

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Gauley River, WV | More Friends, More Fun Rafting Trip

 

More Friends, More Fun

The more people you bring, the more you save.

The Gauley River may be world-renowned, but we found it’s great for just about anyone who has a penchant for adventure. And we at ACE believe that big adventures just aren’t the same without your friends and family in tow.

With that said, we have a DEAL to encourage camaraderie - The more friends you can pack into the car to make the trek to West Virginia, the more everyone will save.

  • 12-24 FRIENDS: SAVE $10 per person, Saturday SAVE $5
  • 25-39 FRIENDS: SAVE $15 per person, Saturday SAVE $10
  • 40+ FRIENDS: SAVE $20 per person, Saturday SAVE $15

This special offer is available Gauley Season, 2009.


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Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Specials with ACE Adventure Resort

 

Triple Play Whitewater Weekend

Every Gauley Weekend Friday-Sunday

Three rivers in three days equals three times the adventure.
Start out on the Lower New River, the “Grand Canyon of the East”, for an out of this world fall foliage spectacle with more than 20 classic big-water rapids. On day two, head over to the Lower Gauley for monster wave-trains, steep drops and almost continuous whitewater. Day three, it’s show time! You are ready to tackle the Upper Gauley, the Beast of the East.

  • Over 120 Rapids, 30 River Miles, Dropping 1,000 Feet in Elevation
  • DAY 1: Lower New raft trip (#4)
  • DAY 2: Lower Gauley raft trip (#115)
  • DAY 3: Upper Gauley raft trip (#116)
  • Hearty Breakfast, Grilled Lunch and Dinner Buffet Day 1& 2
  • Big Breakfast and Grilled Lunch Day 3
  • 3 Nights Complimentary Camping at ACE’s Mountain Top Campground
FRI-SUN: $399 per person

Features ACE’s 16’ traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $50 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.


This special offer is available Fri-Sun during Gauley Season 2009.

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Gauley River Rafting Half-Price Sunday/Monday Packages

 

Half-Price Sunday/Monday Package

Every Gauley Sunday/Monday

 

Experience all the Gauley has to offer in two adventure-packed days! Paddle the Lower Gauley on Sunday and the Upper Gauley on Monday is half-price.

  • DAY 1: Lower Gauley raft trip (#115)
  • DAY 2: Upper Gauley raft trip (#116)
  • 23 Miles of Adrenaline-Pumping Whitewater Action
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch Both Days
Only $204.50 for TWO Days!

Features ACE’s 16’ traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $20 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.


This special offer is available Sun/Mon during Gauley Season 2009.

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Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Marathon Mondays

 

Marathon Monday Madness

Every Gauley Monday

What better time to catch the Gauley Marathon challenge than on 2 for 1 Mondays. Tackle towering waves, bust through crashing surf, and navigate a maze of giant boulders, slots, and steep drops for the best one day of whitewater to be found.

Its two for the price of one!

  • 23 Miles of Adrenaline-Pumping Whitewater Action
  • 70+ Big-Water Rapids
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch at Sweet’s Falls
  • Two Raft for the Price of One
Only $189 for TWO!

Features ACE's 16' traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $20 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14' high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.


This special offer is available Monday only during Gauley Season 2009 – Sept 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, 12.

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Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Trips Extreme Trips with ACE Adventure Resort

Go Extreme on the Gauley For $5

September 14, 21, 28, 2009
October 2, 5, 9, 12, 2009

Surf, explore, and push the upper limits of rafting! For only an additional $5 per person, downsize your raft to a 12-foot, 5-guest boat, and be inducted into the Team Extreme Upper Gauley. Strong swimming skills and class V experience strongly advised. Add $5 to regular rates on the Premier Upper Gauley.
Make it wild! For only $5 more!

Not valid with any other discount or offer.

Special TEAM

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Gauley River Season Deals | Lazy Daze of Autumn

 

Lazy Daze of Autumn

September 7 - October 29, 2009

Mid-Week Cabin Special

Leave the real world behind, and escape for a mini-midweek getaway. Enjoy all the comforts of ACE's mountain hideaway in one of our Deluxe Lodging options, and marvel at the beauty and peacefulness of West Virginia in autumn.

  • Stay Monday and Tuesday night & Wednesday is FREE!

Ask for special LAZY

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Gauley Season Rafting Specials | ACE Adventure Resort

Whitewater Rumble Riverside Overnight Package

Raft Racers Only - October 3-4th, 2009

Want to see what you and your friends are made of? Join ACE’s Whitewater Rumble Race with an overnighter on the river. On day one, there’s no better place to get the bugs worked out of your team than on the Upper Gauley. By mile 3.2, you will be whipped into a synchronized paddling machine. That evening, never leave the river’s edge – roaring fire, delicious dinner, and a comfortable night of sleep. Take it easy all morning while the river rises back to fall flow. You and your teammates will be in prime condition for the Lower Gauley race that lies ahead.

  • DAY 1: Upper Gauley Raft Trip (#116)
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch at Sweet’s Falls
  • Camp at ACE’s Private Overnight Site on the Gauley River
  • Delicious Steak Dinner with all the Fixings
  • DAY 2: Hot and Hearty Breakfast to Get You Ready for the Big Race
  • Lunch at the Sugar Creek Take-Out
  • Awards Ceremony at ACE
SAT/SUN: $299 per person (based on 6 people per rafting team – price changes if your team is smaller than 6 people)

Features ACE’s 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.

Special pricing is available Oct. 3rd-4th, 2009.

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Two Day Gauley River Rafting Adventure | ACE Adventure Resort

Two-Day Adventure Reverse Package

Every Gauley Season Weekend

Here is your chance to embark on a “rite of passage” and experience the whole Gauley the way it’s meant to be rafted. Warm up on the thrilling roller-coaster waves of the Lower Gauley day one. Day two, tackle the Upper Gauley for the “Grand Finale” to your rafting adventure.


After your first day, return to ACE for all the amenities of our mountain resort… comfortable lodging, full breakfast and dinner buffet, bar & grill, evening activities and more. (amenities additional)

  • DAY 1: Lower Gauley Raft Trip
  • Hot-grilled riverside lunch
  • DAY 2: Upper Gauley raft trip
  • Hot-grilled Lunch at Sweet’s Falls
  • 23 Miles of Action-Packed Excitement in 2 Days!
FRI/SAT: $255 – SAT/SUN: $275

Features ACE’s 16’ traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $20 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.


This special offer is available during Gauley Season 2009.

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Gauley River Rafting Columbus Day Deal | ACE Adventure Resort

Columbus Day Whitewater Riversited Overnight

Special Weekend Package - October 11-12, 2009

As luck would have it, the Gauley is scheduled to run on Columbus Day this year. Take advantage of this unique opportunity with an out-of-this-world deal!

Begin your adventure dropping into the Lower Gauley canyon, home to monster wave-trains and mammoth boulders guarding the shore-line. Refuel that evening at ACE’s private riverside camp with hot-off-the-grill nachos, juicy steak, and all the fixin’s. Enjoy a good night’s sleep in your own private tent, for there’s another day of legendary whitewater in your future - the Upper Gauley, starting at Summersville Dam!

  • DAY 1: Lower Gauley Raft Trip
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch on the River
  • Camp at ACE’s Private Overnight Site
  • Delicious Steak Dinner with all the Fixings
  • DAY 2: Hot and Hearty Breakfast at Camp
  • Upper Gauley Raft Trip
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch at Sweet’s Falls
SUN/MON: $249 per person

Features ACE’s 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests!

Special pricing is available Oct. 11/12, 2009.

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Columbus Day on the Gauley River

Holiday Spicial - October 12th, 2009

With Gauley 2009 coming to an end, catch the warmest water of the season and the spectacular fall colors lining the canyon. Choose to run the Upper or Lower Gauley.

  • Upper or Lower Gauley Raft Trip (#116 or #115)
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch on the River
  • Scenic Bus Ride Back to ACE!
Only $99 per person!

Features ACE’s 16’ traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $20 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.

Special pricing is available Oct. 12th, 2009.

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Gauley River Rafting Columbus Day Special | ACE Adventure Resort

Columbus Day on the New River

Holiday Special - October 12th, 2009

With comfortable temperatures, vibrant fall colors, and fewer crowds take time out to enjoy the 1,000-foot canyon of the New River Gorge. It’s a jewel worth discovering.

  • Lower New Raft Trip (#4)
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch on the River
  • Scenic Bus Ride Back to ACE!
Only $79 per person!

Features ACE’s 16’ traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $20 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.

Special pricing is available Oct. 12th, 2009.

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Bridge Day Rafting Specials | ACE Adventure Resort

Bridge Day Festival Packages

Special Weekend Package - October 17-18th, 2009

PKG #1: Raft the New River on Saturday, watch from below as BASE jumpers parachute from the bridge, then enjoy a pig roast dinner and live music that evening at ACE.

PKG #2: On Saturday, drive to the New River Gorge Bridge and partake in the day’s festivities. That evening, enjoy a delicious pig roast dinner and dance the night away to live music at ACE. On Sunday, raft the Lower New River.

Only $99 per person

Features ACE’s 16’ traditional raft, seating 8+ guests.
For ONLY $10 more per person, upgrade your adventure to a 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests.

Special pricing is available Oct. 17/18, 2009.

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Bridge Day Whitewater Rafting Trips on the New River | ACE Adventure Resort

Bridge Day Twin River Package

Last Weekend of Gauley Season - October 17-18th, 2009

Why come to West Virginia to paddle one river when you can experience two premier whitewater rivers? Day one, paddle the New and watch base jumpers as they dive from the New River Gorge Bridge 876’ above. That evening, enjoy a pig roast dinner and live music at ACE. Day two, challenge the famous whitewater of the Gauley.

  • SAT: Lower New Raft Trip
  • Hot-Grilled Lunch Under the New River Gorge Bridge
  • Watch BASE Jumpers Parachute from the Bridge
  • Pig Roast Dinner & Live Music
  • SUN: Upper Gauley Raft Trip (#16)
  • Hot-Grilled Riverside Lunch at Sweet’s Fall
Only $178 per person

Features ACE’s 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests!

Special pricing is available Oct. 17/18, 2009.

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Bridge Day WV Whitewater Rafting Specials | ACE Adventure Resort

 

Bridge Day Adventure Vacation Special

Last Weekends of Gauley Season - October 17-18th, 2009

On Saturday, October 17th, more than 450 BASE jumpers will leap from the 876-foot high New River Gorge Bridge, the longest single span arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere. Drive to the festivities and grab your spot high atop the bridge for an unobstructed view of all the action. On Sunday, take this last opportunity to raft the Gauley - it’s the last official day of the season!

  • SAT: Bridge Day festivities
  • Pig Roast Dinner & Live Music
  • SUN: Upper or Lower Gauley raft trip
  • Hot-Grilled Riverside Lunch
Only $139 per person

Features ACE’s 14’ high-adventure raft, seating 6+ guests!

Special pricing is available Oct. 17/18, 2009.

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Fall Adventure Specials | ACE Adventure Resort

Fall Adventure Special

October 2009 - November 2009

(No Saturdays in October)
Book three people at regular price and the fourth person goes FREE. Choose from the following full day adventures: rock climbing, mountain biking, kayak instruction, or canopy tours.

Not available with any other discount or offer.

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Upper Gauley Video

 

 

 

The Upper Gauley River is the Beast of the East...

After watching this video, you'll be chomping at the bit for fall season Upper Gauley with ACE Adventure Resort.

It only happens 22 days a year, but it lives up to the hype. Learn more about ACE Adventure Resort and the Upper Gauley River!

 

 

Lower Gauley Video

 

 

 

Thrilling Wave Trains, Scenic Views, Lower Gauley Rafting is where its at...

In this video, check out the spectacular rapids that make the Lower Gauley River trip so popular with expert and beginner whitewater rafters alike. Lower Gauley Rafting is a great step up from your Lower New Trip!

It's exciting rapids, pristine scenery, and later trip time make it the perfect all-round whitewater trip. Although it's less intimidating than the Upper Gauley, the Lower Gauley is equally fun. Learn more about ACE Adventure Resort's Lower Gauley Trips here.