Your Ultimate Adirondack Adventure Getaway

Whitewater raft this spring - enjoy mud season in NY

ADIRONDACK REGION, NY - Welcome in spring with a whitewater rafting expedition down a wild Adirondack river. Whitewater rafting deals and specials are available throughout the spring and summer from experienced Adirondack river outfitters.

Adirondack River Outfitters offers some of the best deals around throughout 2010. Raft the historic Hudson, the wild Sacandaga, Moose or Black rivers. 2010 marks the 30th Anniversary of ARO Outfitters and to celebrate; whitewater rafters can pay just $30 per person to raft on the 30th of each month in 2010 starting in April.

Hudson River Rafting Company, based out of North Creek, offers trips similar to ARO - with great group and seasonally appropriate river expeditions. Pitch your tent at their Hudson River Base Camp and enjoy an after-rafting barbecue. 

Have canoe, will whitewater. Where "free" is the currency and the reward!

If you've got some paddling skills, there are plenty of places to race the rapids on your own. The Schroon River near Riverbank, about 15 minutes north of Lake George, is one such place. These rapids stay pretty steady all spring - between a Class II and Class III - and are easy to access. Put in on route 8 in the Town of Horicon. The entire trip is about seven miles to where you will take out in Riverbank on the East Schroon River Road.

Oswegatchie River - From Newton Falls to Hailesboro the river drops more than 970 feet. There are scenic sections, but some areas are difficult to access. There are numerous Class II - VI rapids and impassable ledges and dams. Water levels may fluctuate due to dam releases.

Middle Branch Oswegatchie River - This spectacular branch of the Oswegatchie plunges over waterfalls and through a rocky gorge. A drop of 90 feet in the first two miles gets the adrenalin going with an exciting mix of waterfalls and Class III rapids. Scouting is necessary to determine possible runs or carries around impassable sections, such as the narrow Sluice Falls. The second half of this 12-mile run is a calm Class I flatwater that winds through marsh and woodland.

Download a whitewater rafting guide or find an outfitter at VisitAdirondacks.com. Get rapid ratings from VisitAdirondacks.com to decide which route to take. Or, use the Adirondack paddling search and map your river route.

Upcoming Whitewater and Paddling Events:

Hudson River Whitewater Derby in North Creek May 1-2. The longest running white water derby including novice slalom, giant slalom, fireworks and more.

Canton Canoe Weekend May 1-2 - Rushton, C-1, C-2, professional point and recreational canoe and kayak races on the Grasse River. One of the premier races in the State. Top-level international competition in solo and tandem racing.

Adirondack Paddlefest in Old Forge May 21-23 America's largest on-water canoe and kayak sale. Over 1,000 canoes and kayaks on sale, speakers, clinics, demos, show specials, music, food and fun for the whole family. Test paddle everything in paddlesports. 15,000 square-foot indoor arena in case of bad weather.

The Adirondack Park, named for the Adirondack Mountains that lie within its boundary, offers some of the best opportunities in the United States for both recreation and relaxation in an inspiring natural setting. Enjoy the many warm weather events during a weekend or week-long visit. Check out VisitAdirondacks.com's extensive list of lodging packages and head for high waters!