White water rafting makes a memorable New Hampshire adventure

No one needs to be an Olympian to try out whitewater rafting on a New England vacation. Whether you're a hard-body sportsman, a six-year-old kid, or a rocking-chair grandpa, Raft NH in the scenic White Mountains has a summer adventure for you. For a restful and not-scary day on the river, families and newcomers to the sport can enjoy Class II rafting, with a taste of some rapids but also lots of calmer water for drifting and even some stops along the way for swimming and goofing around in the shallow pools. Sports adventures with cool nerves will want to check out the Class III and IV Magalloway River rides. Get your heart pumping on the Rapid River Class IV remote adventure, with towering waves and large drops. Guides are meticulously trained; safety and comfort gear are provided.

Whether you are an experienced whitewater rafter or someone who just wants to get a taste of what it’s all about, ELC Outdoors has the perfect trek for you. Beginners and families with young kids will enjoy the Class II/III rapids of the Androscoggin River. During half-day excursions, with experienced guides, there are plenty of opportunities to swim and float as well as spy some local wildlife along the shore. More experienced rafters will enjoy the multiple Class III runs of the Magalloway River. And the truly adventurous will opt for the Class IV Kennebec River runs or the II-IV Rapid River, one of the steepest raftable rivers in Maine and featuring the Devil’s Hopyard, with a surprise around every corner.