"White Water Rafting ... it's the most fun you'll have all year!" 
Whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River in the Poconos of northeastern Pennsylvania ... this is rafting just the way you want it, with rafting trips ranging from easy to exhilarating. A visit to Whitewater Challengers means real fun, real rapids, and real adventure! Come rafting for the whitewater ... or come for the scenery. Either way, the Lehigh River is the perfect close-to-home whitewater adventure that feels a world away! Make this year's whitewater get-away an eco-friendly vacation adventure!
Lehigh River Dam Releases - Improved for 2009!
Our most popular whitewater rafting adventure has gotten even better! This year, be sure to discover...
- Scheduled whitewater dam releases - Spring, Summer and Fall - Lehigh River rafting at its very best!
- By far the best whitewater in the tri-state area!
- Whitewater rafting trips that are perfect for all ages ... (easy to exhilarating!)
- Spectacular river gorge scenery that'll make you feel like you're out west!
- Close to home, affordable adventure!
- The best group leader benefits anywhere -- free trips, free camping, free gifts, free shopping spree!
- Special discounts, hot deals and Raft & Stay packages!
- The closest whitewater rafting to most of the mid-Atlantic region!
- The best bus shuttles ... no long hike-in / hike-out!
- The most complete rafting and camping facilities at the Lehigh River!
- The most environmentally friendly eco-vacation ever!
Dam release rafting on the Lehigh River is less than 2 hours from New York City, most of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and much of the mid-Atlantic area. While you're here, stay an extra day to enjoy our other adventures like rails-to-trails biking and whitewater kayaking. Or, you can set your sights on upstate New York for worldclass whitewater rafting at the Hudson, Black, Moose and Salmon Rivers!
Whitewater Rafting Season at the Lehigh River: We go rafting every day, April through October. Spring (April-June) and Fall (September-October) usually feature the highest natural flows of the year, but you'll also want to check out our new summertime whitewater rafting dam release weekends, listed below.
Whitewater Rafting Dam Release Schedule for 2009: On these whitewater weekends, extra water will be released from the Francis Walter Dam to make a great rafting trip even better:
May 9 |
June 13-14 |
July 11-12 |
August 8-9 |
September 5-6 |
October 3-4 |
May 23-24 |
June 27-28 |
July 25-26 |
August 22-23 |
September 19-20 |
October 17-18 |
So let's get started! First you'll want to pick out your rafting trip. (If you need help choosing, call us, or take the Adventure Quotient Quiz to see what's ideal for you and your friends.) Choose from these terrific Lehigh River rafting trips and enjoy the best group leader gifts and benefits anywhere!
Dam Release Whitewater
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Our most popular rafting trips! Shooting the rapids on a Lehigh River Dam Release |
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weekend is the kind of “don’t miss” adventure you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Fun-filled rapids, awesome scenery and delightful temps make for picture-perfect conditions. You’ll laugh, scream, and soak yourself silly! No experience needed. Ask about “first-timer” benefits, and big discounts for kids under 9! |
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Dam Release Marathon Trip – Available on Dam Release Sundays, June thru October. |
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Want the ultimate challenge? Our Dam Release Marathon is the longest one-day whitewater trip in the East…25 miles of incredible scenery and dozens of fun-filled rapids. A dawn-to-dusk thriller! |
Lehigh Whitewater…wild to mild
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Available every day when there’s no special dam release, April 1-October 31 |
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Spring and Fall (wilder): This is when the Lehigh often runs full and fast, |
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even without dam releases. Fun-filled rapids, lower rates, exquisite laurel blossoms in the Spring and breath-taking Fall foliage are just a few of the reasons to enjoy Lehigh Whitewater rafting trips. Looking for more? Try these: |
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Lehigh Whitewater Marathon: All day, dawn-to-dusk adventure. |
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Lehigh Whitewater Weekender: Two-day adventure. |
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July and August (milder): A great time to take advantage of warm water, |
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beach-like weather, a complimentary breakfast buffet and super savings on our easier, mid-summer family-style Lehigh Whitewater trips. Real rapids…real fun…real adventure… and a real bargain. |
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2009 DATES |
ON-RIVER TIME
(hours)
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TOTAL TIME
(hours)
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MIN AGE |
INDIVIDUAL
RATES
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GROUP
RATES (20+)
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WEEKEND
YOUTH GROUP RATES (20+)
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WEEKDAY YOUTH GROUP RATES (20+)
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Dam Release Whitewater |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
All Whitewater Dam Release Days |
3-4
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5-6
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6 |
$54.95 (Ages 9+)
$44.95 (Ages 6-8) |
$51.95
( 9+)
$41.95
(6-8) |
$44.95
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N/A |
Dam Release Whitewater |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
All Whitewater Dam Release Days |
3-4
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5-6
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9 |
$58.95 |
$54.95
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$49.95 |
N/A |
Dam Release Marathon Trip |
Summer, Fall |
Dam Release Sundays - June thru October |
6-8
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8-9
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10 |
$78.95 |
$73.95 |
$68.95 |
N/A |
Lehigh Whitewater |
Spring, Fall |
April thru June plus
September, October
(Excluding dam releases) |
3-4
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5-6
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9 |
$56.95
(Apr.- Jun.)
$38.95
(June weekdays)
$49.95
(Sept. - Oct.) |
$52.95
$35.95
$46.95 |
$47.95
N/A
$42.95 |
$32.95
$29.95
$32.95 |
Lehigh Whitewater |
Summer |
July and August
(Excluding dam releases) |
3
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5-6
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5 |
$36.95 (Ages 15+)
$26.95 (Ages 5-14) |
$32.95
(15+)
$25.95
(5-14) |
$27.95 |
$27.95 |
Lehigh Marathon Trip |
Spring |
April and May Sundays (Excluding dam releases) |
6-8
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8-9
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10 |
$76.95 |
$71.95 |
$66.95 |
$66.95 |
Lehigh Weekender (Two days) |
Spring |
April and May
(Excluding dam releases) |
3 + 4
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N/A |
10 |
$106.95 |
$99.95 |
$92.95 |
N/A |
Ready to reserve?
It's as easy as 1-2-3. Just ...
- Organize your group of family and friends.
- Pick out a date.
- Give us a call at 800-443-8554, or reserve your trip on-line.
We'll take care of all the rest. And as our thanks for whitewater rafting (or biking) with us this year, we'll be showering you with free rafting trips, free meals, free camping, free photos, free gifts and discounts ... plus a fabulous free shopping spree in our rafting outfitter shop! Check out these incredible group leader offers:
"The Best Group Leader Benefits in the Universe!"
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Bring this many to the Lehigh... |
And you'll earn ... |
Plus our 2009 Shopping Spree (4) Worth:
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6 or more |
One free rafting river-lunch (1) and one night free camping (2) for you, the group leader. |
$6.00 |
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10 or more |
The stuff above (river-lunch and camping) plus a free souvenir whitewater rafting T-shirt and free (next day) bike rental and shuttle! (2) |
$10.00 |
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15 or more |
Everything above plus a free rafting space for you on the trip ("Thanks for being the organizer!") and a free souvenir photo of a raft -- preferably yours -- shooting the rapids! |
$15.00
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20 or more |
Everything above ("Whew!") plus our rafting group discount for all your friends (3) plus a free one night ($48 value!) bunkhouse rental (2) (Excludes per person camping fee.) |
$20.00
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25 or more |
It gets even better! Everything above plus a voucher to visit us again at any of our spectacular whitewater rivers -- up to a $75 value! |
$25.00
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30 or more |
Everything above plus a second free rafting space for your spouse, significant other, or designated assistant -- you know, the one who really did all the hard work helping you get this trip organized! |
$30.00 |
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45 or more |
Everything above (can you remember it all?) plus another free rafting space! |
$45.00 |
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60 or more |
Everything above plus yet another free rafting space. (That's four altogether!) |
$60.00
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1. Please remember to pick up your free rafting river-lunch at the rafting center before boarding the whitewater shuttle bus. There's no helicopter drops on the river!
2. We sometimes run out of space, so these particular freebies are subject to availability and need to be reserved ahead of time.
3. They don't really need to be your friends. Just pretend they are and they'll get the discount. (Discounts not available on July and August dam release Saturdays.)
4. Valid on-site for store merchandise. Excludes food items.
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Experience the Excitement and Beauty of
White Water Rafting on the Lehigh River
By far one of the most popular places for an outdoor adventure, the Lehigh River offers a unique rafting experience, unlike any other in the East! Spring, Summer or Fall, our guests are never disappointed by Lehigh white water rafting. Familes and groups look forward to visiting this scenic river gorge year after year.
At Whitewater Challengers, we offer adventure-lovers great deals on Lehigh River rafting trips. There are options available for visitors of all ages and experience levels, so you'll be certain to find a trip that will provide fun and fond memories for your entire family. The scenery alone will captivate you, and help you escape the rigors of everyday life.
Whatever kind of getaway adventure you seek, Lehigh River whitewater rafting will exceed your expectations, and leave your whole family laughing, screaming, and soaking themselves silly!
With Whitewater Challengers, you can easily make your reservations for Lehigh River whitewater rafting here online, or by calling us at 800-443-RAFT. One of our knowledgeable crew members will be more than happy to help you with your trip reservations, and answer any questions you might have about what's included, and how you can best prepare for rafting on the Lehigh River. Our FAQs page and Pre-Trip Checklist can also be important tools in planning for your group trip.
" So get up, get out, get going ... and treat yourself to the most fun
you'll have all year! We can't wait to see you! "
How do we reserve? Click below to reserve a reservation online, or call us at 800-443-RAFT to speak to one of our helpful reservationists.
Cancellation Policy:
You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 15 days in advance; 50% refund if you cancel 7 to 14 days in advance. No refunds can be made for cancellation less than 7 days ahead, or for no-shows or late arrivals.
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For Reservations & Information Contact:
Adventure Center at Whitewater Challengers
PO Box 8
White Haven, PA 18661
(800) 443-RAFT
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Directions to Lehigh Adventure Center:
Whitewater Challengers
288 North Stagecoach Road
Weatherly, PA 18255
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