The Gauley River in West Virginia is one of the most popular whitewater destinations in the eastern United States. Every year, thousands of people flock to its waters. It’s not hard to see why: the Gauley flows through the scenic Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia and is home to a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles, ospreys, and otters. It’s also home to a number of waterfalls, including the popular and beautiful Sweets (or Sweet’s) Falls.

One of the best, most memorable, most adventurous things to do on the popular Gauley River of West Virginia is to paddle the series of five challenging waterfalls that drop 50 feet in total, ending with an impressive and exhilarating 14-foot drop at Sweets Falls, one of the most popular rafting spots on the river.
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Maybe it's so popular because, at least according to rumor, it's so unique: Sweets Falls is said to be one of the top five tallest guided waterfall rafts in the world! With a claim like that, impressive as it is, you know plunging over this waterfall isn't for beginners.
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Dangerous currents, inconveniently placed boulders, unreliable water levels -- all these are things to watch for if you do ever find yourself teetering on the edge of Sweets Falls in a boat.
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That's where an experienced guide, like the guides at ACE Adventure Resort, comes in so handy.
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Sweet's Falls is located about midway between the Kanawha River and Summersville Lake, and is easily accessible from both.
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The larger Gauley River National Recreation Area is a great place to explore the river and its many features, and even if you're not an expert kayaker, this versatile river is good for fishing, swimming, and camping.
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The river is especially popular in the fall, when the water is high and the leaves are changing color.
Gauley Falls is an amazing natural wonder, and kayaking it is an unforgettable experience.
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If you are looking for an adventure in West Virginia (and have some experience with kayaking), add a rafting trip along the Upper Gauley River (and Sweets Falls) in West Virginia to your bucket list. The trip takes some planning, but it is definitely worth it. ACE Adventure Resort offers guided float trips along both the Upper and Lower Gauley; learn more at the resort’s website.

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