Whitewater Rafting on the Black River
Watertown, New York

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"White Water Rafting Dam Releases ...the most fun you'll have all year!"

The Black River Canyon, near Watertown, New York, is a rare whitewater gem ... an unusual warm-water Mecca, where summertime rafting is as good as it gets anywhere. The narrow canyon forces the river through a constricted passageway where boulders and ledges turn the fast moving water into a maelstrom of whitewater foam and fury. 

Come during May and June for the highest flows and most powerful whitewater.  This is a hang-on-to-your-hats rafting trip, where teamwork and strong paddling are the key.  A summertime rafting trip is a real fun-in-the-sun beach-party-style river adventure.  The whitewater is still exciting, and the canyon offers idyllic coves and eddies for swimming, snacking or just plain relaxing. 

Black River Rafting Season

Rafting Dates Available:

May:  Friday, Saturday & Sunday
June:  Friday, Saturday & Sunday
July:  Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
August:  Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
September:  Friday, Saturday & Sunday
October:  Saturday & Sunday

Special Dam Release may be requested on any other day in

May, June and September, for groups of 16 or more.

Day	Individual Rate**	Group Rate (12+)**	Youth Group (12+)**
Saturday Sunday Weekdays	$74.00 $67.00 $61.00	$64.00 $57.00 $51.00	$64.00 $57.00 $51.00

Two-day trip: add just $39.00 for a second day of rafting.

Includes on-river snack and cookout dinner after the trip.

* On-river time and total time may vary depending on day-to-day conditions.
**Rates subject to $2/person insurance fee.

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Our FAQs page and Pre-Trip Checklist can also be important tools in planning for your trip.

Whitewater Challengers offers active adventure-programs that require some participation on your part, and a limited degree of physical fitness.  If you are more than modestly overweight, we may be unable to accommodate you with appropriate equipment and safety gear.  If you suffer from heart or other serious medical conditions, consult your doctor for his or her advice.  Please call us in advance with any questions or concerns.

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