Premier Whitewater Rafting
Are you ready for a challenge? This trip courses through some of the most scenic sections of the Lehigh River. Test your teamwork and paddling skills. Choose from a dam release day (for more action) or non-release dates.
- Class 1-3 rapids
- Minimum age 8
- 3-4 hours on the river
Special Scout Rate: $65.95/person
Subject to 6% taxes and fees, and $5.50 access charge.
Easy Whitewater Rafting
Enjoy miles of family-friendly class 1-2 rapids. Real rapids and real fun with calmer spots that are popular for a cool, refreshing swim. The perfect trip for the whole family!
- Family-style rapids
- Ages 4+
- 2.5 – 3 hours on the river (may vary based on weather and water conditions)
Special Scout Rate: $60.95/person on weekends and $45.10 on weekdays (when applicable)
Subject to 6% taxes and fees, and $5.50 access charge.
Scout
Raft-O-Ree Weekends
Available Friday-Sunday on the following weekends:
- April 26 – April 28 (Please Note: This Raft-O-Ree is for ages 8 and up. Wetsuits will be required on the water, although wetsuit rentals are not included in the price.)
- May 3-5, 10-12, 17-19 (Please Note: May 10th & May 17th are Premier Whitewater Raft-O-Ree weekends, ages 8 and up. May 3rd – 5th is for ages 4 and up.)
- May 31 – June 2.
- June 14-16
- Sept 13-15, 20-22
Raft-O-Ree Weekends include:
- Friday and Saturday camping
- Saturday Family-Style rafting (along w/a river lunch)
- Saturday evening entertainment
- Scout patch and certificate of achievement
Special Scout Rate: $72.00/person (or $82.00/person for Premier Raft-o-Ree)
Optional Upgrades include: Premier rafting, tent/bunkhouse rentals, biking, guided hiking, historical tours, and more.
Marathon Rafting
Available on these dam release Sundays: May 26th, June 23rd, July 28th, and August 25th.This is our most challenging, all-day whitewater adventure. Prior class 3 experience is required. You’ll see all of the magnificent scenery of the Lehigh River Gorge. Be certain that everyone in your group is in good shape, well rested, well fed, and up to the challenge. Minimum age is 12.
Special Scout Rate: $104.00/person
Meals
The Lehigh River Rafting Center in the Poconos offers some tremendous meal options. Enjoy breakfast, one of our delicious lunch options, dinner, or all three! Grab some snacks or drinks from the snack bar. Or enjoy some ice cream at the end of your day. Call us at 1-800-443-8554 for a complete list of options and menus.
About our Scout Adventure Programs
Whitewater Challengers is located in the Pocono Mountains Region of Pennsylvania. Our Scout programs range from relatively mild to very exciting. The differences between the trips are related to changes in river flows, along with changes in the intensity of the rapids. All of our Lehigh River whitewater options are suitable for first-timers with the exception of the Whitewater Marathon which is rather demanding in terms of strength and stamina (Previous class-3 whitewater experience is recommended for the marathon.) There’s a lot more than just rafting here at the Adventure Center! Check out our list of STEM learning activities available at or near Whitewater Challengers. We also offer onsite camping to complete your stay.
Physical Address: 288 N Stagecoach Rd., Weatherly, PA 18255
Mailing Address: PO Box 8, White Haven, PA 18661
STEM Learning Activities at Whitewater Challengers
- Whitewater Rafting: Trips are available 7 days a week on the Lehigh River. Our river guides will be on hand to answer any STEM-related questions a Scout might have.
- Hiking Expeditions: Navigate handpicked sections of Lehigh Gorge State Park or Hickory Run State Park. Check out scenic destinations like Boulder Field (a natural geologic landmark). Arrange your own hike or call 800-443-8554 to set up a guided hike as an upgrade to your camping and rafting trip.
- Biking: Explore nature in pursuit of Nova Awards or GSUSA Badges along the scenic Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail. This trail runs parallel to the Lehigh River, where you’ll enjoy historic sites and scenic views.
- “Planet Earth” Documentary Series: Screens every Friday night of Cub-O-Ree and Raft-O-Ree weekends between 7-11 PM under the Dining Pavilion. Free for all to attend.
- Saturday Evening Nature Program: On Cub-O-Ree and Raft-O-Ree weekends, Scouts can enjoy a free, hour-long nature program featuring local indigenous species.
- Identifying Minerals: Make use of our onsite mining sluice (bags of sand and minerals are available for purchase in the Campground Store) to sift and categorize unique minerals.
- Astrophysics: On a clear summer night, the recreation field at our Rafting Center offers a stellar view of the constellations.
Choose from one of our trips or plan your own customized itinerary. You can also make your trip a District or Council Outing with the help of our Scout Coordinators. Contact us today for more information.
Cancellation Policy: A full refund applies for cancellations two weeks in advance; 50% refund for cancellations one week in advance, and no refund thereafter. A voucher equal to the full value of the trip is issued for late cancellations – subject to a $15 per-person rescheduling fee. No refunds or vouchers on day-of-trip cancellations.
* Prices subject to $2 per-person insurance charge unless otherwise noted