Poconos Whitewater Rafting – Express Trip – CLASS 2 Rapids
Poconos Whitewater Rafting – Poconos Outdoors LLC Class 2 Express Whitewater Rafting Adventures on the Lehigh River are definitely the best valued, most adrenaline pumping and are the most FUN! The BEST way to COOL OFF on a HOT SUMMER DAY! Enjoy Class 2 Rapids as you paddle your way down, with swim spots in-between to splash your family and friends! BIG FUN and Breathtaking Scenery! It’s @2 Hours of RAPID Fun!
This is a Guided, HALF-DAY Adventure that last approximately 2 Hours depending on water levels.
- Go Whitewater Rafting, as low as: $34.95
Wanna go for only a HALF-DAY of whitewater rafting in the Poconos? Take advantage of the BEST PRICED Guided, HALF-DAY Adventure in the POCONOS! Flowing through valleys between the Pocono and Appalachian Mountains. Are your trying to beat the cabin fever out of yourself, cool down from the summer heat or take in the autumn splendor of a fall foliage rafting tour, Poconos Whitewater Rafting is the thing for YOU to do!
The Lehigh River features several sections of rapids, making it the perfect place for recreational outdoor activities like this. Experience Class I and II rapids BUT for ONLY @2 HOURS — an exciting adventure for beginning and experienced rafters alike. We provide all the necessary rafting equipment to have a fantastic outdoor adventure.
Why we are BETTER than BEST!!!
- Locally Owned, Operated and Bred by TRUE Extreme Sports Athletes – Since 2014
- VIP Experience – Small Trip Sizes (Less than 40 People) EXCLUSIVE Outfitter
- #1 Outdoor Adventure Company in the Poconos offering the MOST FUN Activities* (*Trip Advisor)
- The SHORTEST VIP Shuttle Ride to the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, Poconos, PA
- FREE PARKING and Party Pavillion with BBQ Grills, Disc Golf , Biking and Hiking Trails
- CHECK OUT our Biking AND Rafting/Kayaking Package DEALS
- We offer COOL CAMPING and Great LODGING DISCOUNTS
What our customers are saying about; Poconos Whitewater Rafting – HALF-DAY – EXPRESS TRIP with Class 2 Rapids:
- “This was so much fun, and we didn’t have to waste a whole day to experience the THRILL of Class 2 Rapids!”
- “The Kids and Adults swimming during the trip was so FUN!”; is one of the more popular phrases on our social media review sites.
- “We come every season for different activities, Spring for Biking, Summer for Rafting and Tubing and then Fall Foliage Biking again. BUT the Rafting is the BEST” We are so honored for our steady customers and appreciate them ALL!!!
HIGHLIGHTS of the EXPRESS C2 Half-Day Trip:
- It’s QUICK and EASY
- Around 2 Hours of Poconos Whitewater FUN
- These Class 2 rapids are CHALLENGING but SAFE
- Lots of swim spots that other RAFTING experiences don’t allow for in the POCONOS
- Our afternoon start times are SUPER CONVENIENT and available DAILY in Season
- We offer VIP Small Trip sizes not 100+ person trips like our “Competition”
Keep in mind, YOU ARE going whitewater rafting with the PREMIER Lehigh River Outfitter in the Poconos! We provide the most satisfying and affordable Poconos Whitewater Rafting experience there is. PERIOD. It’s PERFECT for first timers, experienced boaters, singles, families or large groups!
POCONOS SUMMER – Whitewater Rafting – EXPRESS TRIP – C2
MIDWEEK - 12:00 PM ONLY -Adult/Youth(5+) $34.95 (Family style- June thru August, 2 person min.)
WEEKENDS - 2:00 PM -Adult/Youth(5+) $44.95 (Family style - June thru August, 2 person min.)
-Dam Release - Adult/Youth (7+) $54.95
(Up to Class 3 RIPPIN' RAPIDS - DAM RELEASE, 2-person min.)
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- May: 10, 17, 24, 25
- June: 7, 8, 21, 22
PEAK SEASON – JULY/AUGUST – EXPRESS TRIP C2
MIDWEEK - 12:00 PM ONLY
-PEAK - Adult/Youth (5+) $44.95
(Family style C2 - 2-person min.)
WEEKENDS - 2:00 PM
-PEAK WEEKENDS - Adult/Youth (5+) $54.95 -PEAK Dam Release WEEKENDS - Adult/Youth (7+) $64.95 (Up to Class 3 RIPPIN' RAPIDS - DAM RELEASE, 2-person min.)
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- July: 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
- August: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23*, 24*, 30*, 31* – (*Tentative)
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2025 Francis E. Walter Dam – Lehigh River Whitewater Dam Release Schedule
Lehigh River Dam Release Schedule – It includes these dates listed below with sufficient water storage accumulated in the reservoir. (For current river levels: Francis E. Walter Dam – Daily Flow Gauge and Dam Release Info and the Francis E. Walter Dam Website).
2025 Francis E. Walter Lehigh River Dam Release Whitewater Dam Release Dates (24+2**) are listed below. All dates during the recreation season are subject to change according to weather, safety and/or Army Corp. of Engineers decisions in relation to flood control and water storage expectations/needs.
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Whitewater Releases Schedule (dates with * are dependent on adequate water storage):
- May: 10, 17, 24, 25
- June: 7, 8, 21, 22
- July: 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 – (PEAK Pricing)
- August: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23*, 24*, 30*, 31* – (PEAK Pricing)
- **October: 11, 12 as provided by end of year releases – (Fall Foliage Pricing)
(**The Oct. 11-12 weekend release is TBD and is intended to provide a means of releasing any excess water that may have accumulated during the recreation season. These MEGA-Releases in the past have been approximately 2000 CFS on Saturday and 1200 CFS on Sunday and are super fun!)
Pocono Bike Rental’s Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking and River Tubing Partner is Extreme Adventure Travel!
Recommended items to bring:
- Bottled water and Lunch (sandwiches, snacks, drinks, dry storage ill be provided)
- High SPF sunscreen (the sun reflecting off the water increases sun exposure)
- Water shoes, closed toe or strapped sandals. (NO Flip flops they WILL fall off)
- Eyeglass or Sunglasses Strap (if applicable), Hat with visor (if sun sensitive)
- Bathing suit (worn under shorts and a t shirt)
- Any personal medications or necessary nutritional supplements.
- In the event of cloudy, rainy and/or cold conditions a windbreaker or rain jacket, fleece and a wool sweater or technical top. Do not wear cotton clothing in cooler weather!
They operate with a permit from East Penn Township, inside the newly upgraded Riverview Recreation Park and Campground. You will see large shuttle vans near the far-right side of the parking lot by the new bathrooms.
- Google Map: Riverview Park, Launch Road, Lehighton PA 18235
- GPS Coordinates: 40.792255, -75.657188
- Nearby Business Address: 465 Riverview Road, Lehighton, PA
This newly redesigned East Penn Township Riverview Park; has a Cool Playground, Disc Golf, Public Boat Launch, Campground and the D&L Bike Trail. It’s located just off of Launch Road.
After you try our; Poconos Biking and Whitewater Kayaking check out our River Tubing on the Lehigh River, Jim Thorpe, PA. You can also go sight see all the cool hiking trails or play disc golfat Hickory Run State Park! For more information about these types of tours check out our Pocono Fun page. 
