Check Out the Middle Yough this Holiday Weekend!

Sunday, June 26, 2011 by ww adventures
inflatable kayak

The holiday weekend is approaching fast, what are you going to do for your family vacation?
Come visit Ohiopyle State Park! There is plenty of water to raft on, and a number of sights to see.

If you have the entire family with you, then what better way to spend the day, then to take the youngsters out on the the Middle Youghiogheny! You can take a raft, personal paddle boat, or an inflatable kayak (pictured here).

The Middle Yough offers accesible rapids on a scenic trip lasting 11 miles. Whether you take a guided tour or just rent the equipment and go on your own, it's the perfect family family vacation trip.


Summer Showers = Beautiful Scenery

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 by ww adventures
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Over the past week or so, we have gotten a decent bit of rain here in Ohiopyle State Park. While some people are rafting on the Youghiogheny, you might be stuck on land wondering what to do. Well, I'm here to help you guys out.

There are a number of trails in the area, accesible to both hiking and biking. After a nice rain, it's always relaxing to take a journey on one. You never know what you might see!

After snappping some pics of rafters shooting the rapids on the Lower Yough, our photographer took this beautiful shot. The recent rains created the perfect opportunity for an incredible image.

If you are interested in checking out the trails, you can find more information at the Ohiopyle State Park official website: http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/ohiopyle.aspx

Cure for Summertime Boredom

Sunday, June 19, 2011 by ww adventures
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It's hot. Unbearably hot. The humidity is through the roof. You're laying around inside your house and bored outta' your mind.

What's a person to do?

Plan an Ohiopyle Rafting trip! With 3 different sections to raft on, there is guaranteed to be a trip ideal for you.

If you have children ages 5-11 on your fun family vacation, then the Middle Yough is perfect. With it's Class I-II rapids, everyone will get a taste of whitewater rafting.

Want something more adventurous? Check out the Lower Yough (our most popular trip!). Class III-IV rapids provide a fun favorite of our guests. Perfect for newcomers and advanced rafters. Raft it once, and you'll be hooked for life!

For the most experienced thrillseekers, the Upper Yough should give you the adrenaline you crave. Class V rapids will provide the thrill of your life.



If interested in booking any of these trips, give us a call at 1-800-WWA-RAFT (992-7238)!

Keep cool during this summer heat!

Monday, June 6, 2011 by ww adventures
splash!

The summer heatwave is here. Record highs are being set across the nation, and what better way to keep cool than to go on a family rafting trip!

The Lower Youghiogheny, located here in Ohiopyle State park, is the perfect trip for family vacation getaway. With 7.5 miles of class III/IV rapids, you are guaranteed to get wet. Its the perfect way to cool off!

If you want something a little more leisurely, then check out the Middle Yough. Starting upstream, just out of Ohiopyle State Park, you'll float down 11 miles of class I/II rapids. Whether you take a raft, personal paddle boat, or duckies, there are a number of spots where you can get wet or jump out and take a swim.

Our trips fill up quick, so don't wait, give us a call and reserve your rafting trip now! You'll be the coolest people around.

Come have an AMAZING Memorial Weekend rafting in Ohiopyle State Park!

Tuesday, May 24, 2011 by ww adventures
Memorial weekend is just around the corner and what are you're plans? Why not have an adventure this weekend and book an amazing family vacation with White Water Adventurers here in Ohiopyle State Park.

Picture this: You and your family smiling and laughing, while white water rafting down the mighty Youghiogheny River! Then after your day on the water, you are relaxing in your room at the Yough Plaza Motel. Then for breakfast, stop by our Coffee Shop located at 6 Negley Street, and after that renting bikes and exploring the Yough River Trails.

What could be better than that? So, come spend your Memorial Day Weekend here with us at White Water Adventurers, where the weather is great, the scenery beautiful and the staff is the friendliest in town!

"OLD GUIDES"

Monday, April 11, 2011 by Carol Kuhns
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Old guides of White Water Adventurers.... yes we mean old. Some of these guides are way past their prime. However one thing ( and one thing only ) about being an old guide is the experience thay have to offer to our customers. Being an OLD guide means that when you are white water rafting in Ohiopyle, Cheat River Canyon or Upper Yough you have that feeling .... hey this old man knows what he is doing.Not to offend  the ladies of White Water it sounded better saying old man.

Hiking in Ohiopyle, Pennsylvaina

Friday, March 18, 2011 by Carol Kuhns
hikersLooking to hike in Ohiopyle, Pa? There are so many hiking trials not only in Ohiopyle, you will find many surrounding the State park as well. The trails in Ohiopyle are not only for the beginner hiker, there are many advanced and difficult trails in the area. Some of the hiking trails will follow right along the river where you can watch Family rafting trips right along the Middle Yough. To the Guided Rafting trips on the more advanced, Lower Yough river.
Looking for a shuttle service?.... We offer pick up or drop off service to the Hiking and biking trials in the area. Call us at 1.800.992.7238 and we can arrange shuttle service for you.

welcome March 1

Tuesday, March 1, 2011 by ww adventures

Welcome to the first of March. We actually saw our first robin of the spring in Ohiopyle this morning! To honor the "return of the robins" book your family vacation trip to Ohiopyle State Park today and receive 10% off any of our white water or lodging services.  Offer valid March 1, 2011 only. Mention "the robins" to receive your discount.

Speaking of spring, which means rafting season in Ohiopyle-eze, visit Jim at our booth at the Maryland Home and Garden Show this upcoming Sat & Sun in Timonium, MD. Stop by to say hello, stay and chat for a spell, and get some great information on DC weekend trips to Ohiopyle.

He'll be passing out coupons with great discounts for your next family vacation getaway. Guests are always amazed at the beauty of our mountains. They make the ultimate backyard garden. Plenty of green trees, clear water and fresh mountain air.

What's included in the cost of the rafting trip?

Tuesday, January 4, 2011 by ww adventures
Guide escorted tours for Ohiopyle rafting trips at White Water Adventurers, Inc. (on the Middle Yough and Lower Yough) include a 4 to 6 person raft, paddles, personal flotation devices, helmets, a deli-style lunch, transportation back to the check-in area, and guide escorts in kayaks along with the trip (not in the raft with you).

That is your basic Ohiopyle rafting vacation. You can customize your  fun family vacation in many ways.

Upgrades include:  the captained raft option (a guide in the raft with you), taking a 1 or 2 person inflatable kayak instead of the raft, biking back to Ohiopyle instead of riding the bus, or for groups of 20 or more, having a BBQ/picnic after the trip.

Class 5 rafting trips on the Upper Yough include a 4 person raft (3 guests and 1 guide), paddles, personal flotation devices, helmets, transportation to the river and back to the check-in area in Ohiopyle,  and lunch at our coffee shop before the trip.

The Cheat River tour includes rafts (the size depends on the water level), paddles, personal flotation devices, helmets, a deli-style lunch, transportation to the river and back to the check-in area in Ohiopyle, and guides in the raft with you.

number of people in rafts

Monday, December 27, 2010 by ww adventures

Here at White Water Adventurers we pride ourselves on being flexible.

Under normal water conditions, our Ohiopyle rafting trips use 4 to 6 person rafts and the guides travel downriver in their own kayaks. Your fun family vacation does not need to fill a raft. We can accommodate any group size. 

Smaller family rafting trips will be paired up with other rafters (This is a great way to make new friends.) or you may choose to upgrade to a 1 or 2 person inflatable kayak or personal paddle boat. 

Don't worry if your family vacation group includes an odd number of persons.  Rafts can have 3 or 5 persons too.

If you are looking at our captained raft option (a guide in the raft), we try to limit the raft to no more than 5 guests and the guide. Otherwise, there's not a lot of leg room.

Bottom line: It's your group. You choose how many you would like to have in the raft and who you want to sit beside. Remember, we're having FUN here!

 

Snow and more

Friday, December 17, 2010 by Carol Kuhns
Ok this is December, not even winter yet and all we have seen is snow....Great for all those skiers, where you will find most of our staff spending their winters on the slopes, cross country skiing or even running  the ski lift at Seven Springs. Already I miss the sounds of the Lower Yough waters.

With Christmas just around the corner and the New Year approaching. Keep us in mind this winter, for Family Vacation trips this summer. Ohiopyle is a top family Vacation spot in the area. With so much to do and enjoy in Ohiopyle. As you try to keep warm and shovel the snow this winter...... just let it be known, we will starting up again in March and ready for another great rafting season in Pennsylvania.

snowy Monday

Monday, December 13, 2010 by ww adventures
It's snowing steadily in Ohiopyle State Park, PA. We are in the middle of a winter wonderland.  If you're looking for a weekend trip or a quick getaway from the bustle of holiday preparations, the Yough Plaza Motel is open year round. The are no crowds and no need to hurry. Peace, quiet and snuggling (you provide the snuggle partner) are readily available.

It's not too late to order that gift certificate for a fun family vacation. Certificates can be purchased in any amount and are good for family rafting trips, class 5 rafting, biking and lodging.

Casual Friday for Our Guide Staff

Sunday, July 11, 2010 by ww adventures
It seems as though our guides are always around rafts even when they aren't working! Here, some of our staff are at a wedding taking one of our personal paddle boats to a pond to get some good photographs of the bride and groom. There weren't any rapids and they didn't even have to worry about getting wet!

While they had a good time, it certainly isn't the same as being on the Upper (Class 5 rafting) or even Ohiopyle rafting on the Lower (Class 3 rafting).

Needless to say, they are happy to be back in the area and are looking forward to more days on the river!

Unless you "Quack", the river is One-Way Only!

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 by ww adventures


In Ohiopyle State Park, there are number of different rafters you will see on the Lower Youghiogheny. Everything from people on family rafting trips, to people renting personal paddle boats and duckies and.... ducks?!?!

One of our photographers snapped this picture of a momma duck taking her ducklings (and friends?) up the river. These aren't your ordinary run-of-the-mill ducks, these are rough, rugged, and just generally awesome river ducks.

These little guys will swim upstream through the rapids and even under the water. They do pretty much everything a rafter will do, even catching eddies!

So next time you are in the area and are doing some Ohiopyle rafting, if you pay attention and are lucky, you might even see some ducks on the river. Just remember to respect the wildlife!





Rafts? Who needs those!

Monday, June 28, 2010 by ww adventures

Here in Ohiopyle State Park, people will venture down the Lower Yough in a variety of watercrafts. Whether it's a group of friends going on a good ol' fashioned Pennsylvania raft rental or a family taking inflatable kayaks for a spin on one of our guided raft trips, there are plenty of ways to to customize your family vacation or weekend getaway!

The guides that work at White Water Adventurers are so experienced, they don't even need rafts! So what are you waiting for? Come visit Ohiopyle State Park and go rafting, and who knows, you may even witness a guide walk on water!

RAFTING.COM sends out a shout out to the "Yough"

Sunday, June 27, 2010 by ww adventures


Featured in Friday June 25th issue of the USA Today, is our very own Youghiogheny River. Listed as one of the Top Family Vacation spots for rafting in the Country! Ohiopyle State Park features Rafting Guided Trips for everybody, from the Novice to the Expert. From Class I to Class 5 Rafting, we got it all here, but don't take it from us! Listen to the to U.S Rafting Association President Tim Brink who says, "The nearby town of Ohiopyle just oozes river culture." While we agree here at White Water Adventurers, we also like to state that oozing river culture sounds like we don't take care of our personal hygiene, and we assure you, we do, most of us anyways.

Celebrate Father's Day in Style in the 'Pyle

Sunday, June 13, 2010 by ww adventures
With Father's Day right around the corner, I'm sure there are many of you out there that are still not sure what to get for your pop. Will you get him a new pair of camoflage boots that will wear out in a couple of months? Or maybe a Sports Illustrated subscription that he will never read? Have you thought about taking him on a family vacation?

Well, here at Whitewater Adventurers, we offer rafting trips that your fathers or dads, or whatever you like to call your old man, will enjoy.

Whether he's interested in renting a raft or duckie and going down the Middle Yough (Class 1-2), or going on one of our guide-escorted trips on the Lower Yough (Class 3-4), we have something that he will love. We also have mountain bikes and cruisers available if your family just wants to check out all the sights of Ohiopyle. We even do fully guided trips on the Upper Yough! (Class 5 Rafting)

The beautiful Ohiopyle State Park is warming up and starting to become the place to visit this Father's Day, so make sure you make your reservations ahead of time!

Girls (and guys) Just Wanna' Have Fun

Monday, June 7, 2010 by ww adventures
Here in Ohiopyle State Park, there are all sorts of adventures for everyone. Whether you are looking at guided family raft trip or conquering the Lower Yough on your own, there is something for you. Will you do some Ohiopyle rafting? Or are you interested in Class 5 rafting in Friendsville, Maryland? Or maybe just a bike ride to enjoy the State Park and river? Whatever you choose, you are bound to have a fun family vacation.

Turns out Cyndi Lauper was half right. Guys wanna have fun too!

Sweet summertime here in Ohiopyle State Park

Sunday, June 6, 2010 by ww adventures


Memorial day weekend has come and gone, so summer has offically started here in Ohiopyle State Park. Ohiopyle has Rafting near Pittsburgh, and is close enough to offer DC weekend trips, on the powerful Youghigheny river. As you can tell by the picture, our guides, especially Zane here, have been anxiously awaiting the warm weather. If you're looking for I, II, III, IV, or even Class 5 rafting, we offer it all here at Ohiopyle State Park, the top family vacation spot in Southwestern Pennslyvania.  

May Rain brings big rapids to Ohiopyle State Park

Monday, May 24, 2010 by ww adventures

Rain usually dampers most people's summer plans, but not here in Ohiopyle State Park. With all this extra rain brings big water and even bigger thrills. Ohiopyle Rafting Vacations are fun, no matter the weather, we run trips through rain, thunderstorms, and even volcanic eruptions (which are rare here in South Western PA.) Whether you're looking for a mild float trip on our Middle Yough trip, a class 3/4 run on our most popular Lower Yough, or a challenging trip on our Upper Yough which is a Class 5 Rafting run, all are more fun with more water. White Water Adventurers offers the best Pennsylvania Rafting in the State. So if the rain has got you feeling blue, let us take you on an unforgettable journey down the beautiful Youghigheny, which is sure to wash away those pre summer jitters. As the fellow in the picture will tell you, with Ohiopyle Rafting, getting wet is half the fun.