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Gauley Fest 2025

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#1 ·
Beyond excited to make my first pilgrimage to the Gauley this year.

Any tips for a first time visitor?

Also looking for recs on a commercial outfitter to book a day run with.

TIA!
 
#2 ·
Crickets?
OK I'll say it.. Have Fun, but remember your boats (or out of state plates) are probable cause. Drive the speed limit, stop at red lights and all stop signs. The river rangers are cool but don't puff weed in front of them.
All the outfitters are good these days - Adventures on the Gorge is probably the best.
Have Fun!
 
#6 ·
#15 ·
The Gauley somehow exceeded expectations.

Took Friday to learn the lines with ACE on a marathon lap.
As someone who private boats 99.9% of the time, we absolutely scored on guides.
Top notch guide with tons of experience and great stories, showed us all the hazards and surf waves along the way.

Went to Tudors twice! No encounters with LEO either.
Thanks again Buzzards!