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Gauley River
Upper Gauley Summersville Dam
World-class dam-release whitewater with intense Class IV-V rapids. Fall Gauley season draws paddlers from across the country.
Trip overview
Difficulty
Class IV-V
Typical length
1 day
Common season
Sep-Oct
Region
West Virginia
Access overview
Put-in
Summersville Dam
Take-out
Swiss
Plan with current information
River conditions, access, permits, closures, and hazards can change. Confirm current details with the managing agency, official gauges, and local experts before departure.