Dam Release Whitewater
Experience the best whitewater rafting in the Tri-State area.
Dam Release Whitewater Rafting on the Lehigh Gorge
You’ll be surrounded by state park protected mountains while enjoying 12 miles and 4-5 hours of Class II, III whitewater rafting and breathtaking scenery. Whitewater rafting adventures with us are fun, thrilling, and memorable. In fact, it’s an adventure that everyone from ages 8 and up can enjoy – no experience necessary! Not only will you paddle through 17 sets of rapids, but you’ll also laugh, get wet and have an amazing day outdoors. There is nothing like a whitewater dam release rafting trip on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA!
Have children that don’t meet the age criteria? You could also check out our Family Style Whitewater. Great for families with young children ages 4 and up.
Don’t forget, in addition to rafting, you can also go Rail Trail Biking or play Skirmish Paintball! Call 570-325-8430 or Click for more information on biking and paintball in the Poconos.
2020 Whitewater Dam Release Dates
April
- Daily, natural flow whitewater releases
May
- Daily, natural flow whitewater releases
- Plus, an extra boost from the dam on the 16th, 23rd, 30th & 31st
June
- Natural flow from the 1st thru 7th
- Plus, an extra boost from the dam on the 13th, 14th, 27th & 28th
July
- 11th & 12th, 25th & 26th
August
- 1st & 2nd, 8th & 9th, 15th & 16th, 22nd & 23rd, 29th & 30th
September
- 5th & 6th
October
- Daily, natural flow whitewater releases
- Plus a MEGA Dam Release on the 10th & 11th
If these dates do not fit your schedule or you are looking for something a little less adventurous, our Family Style Whitewater Rafting Trip is an alternate option.
BOOK NOW and you’ll pay 2019 rates
- Individual – $69.99 (ages 8 & up)
- Group (10+) – Check out all of our FREE Whitewater Rafting Group Leader Benefits!
- Organized Youth Group – $37.99
- Please visit our youth group page for youth program details, pricing and available dates.
RATES INCLUDE
- All necessary whitewater rafting equipment
- Life jacket
- 5 gallon bucket with lid to store your lunch
- Free parking
- Post-trip bonfire
- Change rooms
- Shuttle service to/from the river
- Professional river guides
TRIP NOTES
- Each raft will accommodate 4 to 6 people.
- You will stop for lunch mid-way. Lunch is not provided, however, sub lunches can be purchased from our Broken Paddle Bar and Grill upon your arrival.
- If you forget something you can pick it up in our rafting retail shop.
- Your photo is taken on the river and available for purchase in our store at the end of your day or online at PoconoWhitewaterPhotos.com.