Rafting the Ocoee River in Tennessee
The Ocoee River is one of the most popular whitewater rafting trips in the United States. Gaining International exposure as the host site of Olympic kayaking events in 1996, the Upper Ocoee is an exhilarating whitewater rafting trip only available for a limited number of days.
The Middle Ocoee River is one of the most popular 5-mile stretches of whitewater in the country. Half-day trip on the Middle Ocoee offer exciting rapids and continuous waves and no experience is necessary. The river is dam-controlled with raftable water levels all season.
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About Class VI River Runners
Class VI provides the best in family adventure, New River and Gauley River rafting and all inclusive vacation packages in West Virginia's, New River Gorge area. Located on the rim of the New River Gorge, overlooking the New River Gorge Bridge and the last rapid on the river, Class VI has been providing guests with quality experiences for more than 29 years.
Explore our website to see, hear and taste the difference in our vacation opportunities Rivers and outfitters are not all created equal. Learn why our whitewater rafting trips, cater to the person or group who is looking for quality trips.
Class VI is the only in West Virginia which offers an assortment of cabins, lodging and dining choices serving delicious meals from our restaurants, Smokey's On the Gorge and Chetty's Pub.
For the value minded guest, our spring, summer and fall specials, and custom packages provide world class accommodations at friendly prices. Request our brochure and DVD to help you find the adventure vacation suited for your group or watch our video on-line to learn more. Once you have decided which whitewater rafting trip is best for you're your family or friends, you can make a reservation or payment using our certified secure server. If you can't find the information you need, visit our online help section to chat directly with one of our reservation staff, or give our reservation specialist a call; (866) 658-5333.
Class VI River Runners has been running whitewater rafting trips in West Virginia since 1978. We offer a variety of New River and Gauley River rafting trips for 6 to 86 on mild to wild sections of the New River and Gauley River. Whether you are a first timer or a veteran, Class VI has the right trip for you. Class VI is only rafting company that guarantees satisfaction. If you have a problem we will work with you until you are satisfied because we want you to come back!
New River Rafting Trips
The New River Gorge National River, which was created in 1978, is the Grand Canyon of the East. This thousand foot deep deciduous forest canyon was protected for its beauty, culture and history and the best whitewater rafting in the East.
New River Rafting Trips
Family River Rafting Trips
The upper sections of the gorge is perfect for families, with children as young as 6 years thanks to the warm water, long pools and gentle rapids. Using our two-person inflatable kayak (duckies) allows the older members a more challenging trip while the younger or older members ride in our rafts. This is a great place to start you vacation.
Family River Rafting Trips
Lower New Sunset Trips
For those who would like to drive in the morning of the trip, eat lunch at Chetty's Pub, raft the Lower New in the afternoon and enjoy a delicious dinner on the canyon rim as you watch the sunset, this is the trip for you.
Lower New River Sunset Trips
Gauley River Rafting Trips
The Gauley is known as one of the top 10 rivers in the world. If you liked the New River, the Lower Gauley is the next logical trip to take, with rapids similar in size, but a little closer together. After the Lower Gauley, the Upper Gauley or our two-day Fall Gauley Overnight is a must.
Gauley River Rafting Trips
Spring & Summer Gauley River Rafting Trips
Gauley River, located thirty minutes north of the New River, flows year round and offers a true wilderness experience. Depending on the flows the day of the trip, Class VI will choose the best section and the highest adventure water craft.
Spring & Summer Gauley River Rafting Trips
Scout & Youth River Rafting Trips
Class VI is an exclusive Boy Scout whitewater merit badge adviser in the area and have week long adventure vacations available for youth, church or scout groups. Call for more information (866) 658-5333.
Scout & Youth Group Rafting Trips
