Upper Yough Expeditions - Upper Yough Facts - Steep Gradient = More Rapids

The Upper Yough Facts

With its drop of 116 feet per mile, the Upper Yough is one of the steepest commercially rafted rivers in the country! The "heart" of the Upper Yough is something very special.. virtually one continuous Class V rapid! There's simply nothing else like it anywhere! To get through this stretch, you must skillfully paddle over 20 Class IV and V rapids, including such famous monsters as "Bastard," "Meat Cleavers," "Triple Drop," and " National Falls." This 11- mile trip is one of the world's finest. If you've rafted before and want to climb to the top of the rafting ladder, the Upper Yough is an absolute must. Space is limited so "don't miss the boat!"

Steep Gradient + High Water = Awesome Excitement!

The best way to figure out what kind of river trip you are getting is to chick the gradient.. how many feet per mile does the river drop? A low gradient makes for a long pool / small drop river. Most commercial rafting trips are on low to medium gradient stream that are very forgiving. However, we specialize in Class V river expeditions on steep mountain rivers. At an astonishing 116 foot-per-mile drop , the Upper Yough is a Class V + river, even at low water flows because of its steep gradient. If you are an experienced whitewater rafter looking for the ultimate river trip, make your reservation now!