Gauley Animal Race

This year we will celebrate the 31st year of The Upper Gauley Animal Race, gathering again to compete in multiple crafts along a 9.8 mile stretch of class IV/IV+ whitewater. The race begins at the lower put in of Summersville Dam with a chaotic mass start of all racers who will fight their way down to the finish line at the upstream face of Postage Due Rock in Sweets Falls Rapid. Paddlers will need physical endurance, and solid boating skills to prevent trouble on this long powerful river. Bracing, stamina, precise maneuvering and big water experience are all required to have a successful safe run in the competition. Mark your calendars, and get training for the 30th race down the Beast of the East.

Registration fees

Individual Registration for any class in the Upper Gauley Animal Race. $40.00 Advance Now registering Jan 16 – Sep 13 Register for Individual Registration $50.00 Day of Race Sep 14 – Sep 13 Animal Race Registration for raft teams of 2. $80.00 Advance Pricing Now registering Jan 16 – Sep 13 Register for R2 - Raft Team Registration $100.00 Day of Race Sep 14 – Sep 13 Animal Race Registration for raft teams of 3 or 4. $120.00 Advance Pricing Now registering Jan 16 – Sep 13 Register for R3/R4 - Raft Team Registration $145.00 Day of Race Sep 14 – Sep 13 Animal Race Registration for raft teams of 5 or more. $160.00 Advance Pricing Now registering Jan 16 – Sep 13 Register for R5/R6 - Raft Team Registration $185.00 Day of Race Sep 14 – Sep 13

Contact information

Event contact Liz Curry Email [email protected] Phone 304-574-1900 Website Visit website