11-Mile Whitewater Rafting Trip in the Poconos
Family-friendly Lehigh River rafting with Class I and II rapids
Duration
6 hrs
Includes
Guide, raft, paddle, life jacket
Highlights
Explore the Lehigh River on a family-friendly route with Class I and II rapids. Paddle 11 miles through Lehigh Gorge State Park, with time for lunch and summer splashing.
- Experience a route designed for families and first-time rafters
- Navigate rapids including Deaton's Demise, Canaries and Last Chance
- Begin your river journey at Glen Onoko in Jim Thorpe
- Pause for a riverside lunch break
- Enjoy swimming and splashing along the way
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Commercial-grade 4–7 person raft
- Paddle
- Life jacket
- 5-gallon waterproof lunch container
- Bailing bucket
Know before you go
- Ages 6+ only
- Bring lunch and enough to drink for the river
- Wear sturdy footwear that attaches to your feet; no flip-flops, slides or bare feet
- No drugs or alcohol before or during your rafting trip
- Trips operate rain or shine
- A parent or legal guardian-signed liability waiver is required for ages 17 and under, and minors must stay with a responsible adult age 18+
- Wetsuits and booties may be required when the combined air and water temperature is below 120°F
- Provided life jackets fit adults over 90 lb with a 30–52 in chest, youth weighing 30–50 lb, and children weighing 50–90 lb with a 26–29 in chest
Cancellation Policy
Full refund when you cancel 21+ days before your trip. Cancel 8–20 days before for a refund less a $10 per person cancellation fee. No monetary refund for cancellations within 7 days or no-shows.
FAQs
Medical conditions, physical limitations, or serious overweight should be discussed with a physician before rafting.
A $10 per-person rescheduling fee applies when you reschedule less than 7 days in advance. Rescheduling on the day of your reservation incurs a $20 per-person fee.
No pets are allowed on the premises or during activities. Documented service animals are welcome.
Meeting details
Whitewater Rafting Adventures, 101 W. Adventure Trail, Nesquehoning, PA 18240