Lehigh River

The Lehigh River run off of the Delaware River, for approximately 103 miles into eastern Pennsylvania in the United States. The river flows in between the ridges of the Appalachian Mountains. Its lower course is through the region known as the Lehigh Valley.

It rises in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. It flows southwest, through southern Lackawanna County, through Francis E. Walter Reservoir. Near Middleburg, it turns south, to Jim Thorpe, then southeast, past Lehighton. Southeast of Lehighton, it passes through Blue Mountain in a narrow opening called the Lehigh Gap. It flows southeast to Allentown, then past Bethlehem, joining the Delaware River in Easton, along Pennsylvania's state border with the State of New Jersey.

Whitewater Rafting Adventures:

Whitewater Rafting Adventures is the premier rafting and adventure outfitter on the Lehigh River in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains. For over 25 years we have offered outdoor adventures taking advantage of everything that the Lehigh River and the Pocono Mountains have to offer. We are family owned and operated, love what we do and believe that it shows.  Whether you are looking to raft class II and III rapids on the Lehigh River, have an adrenaline pumping paintball shootout or enjoy a bike ride along the Lehigh Gorge Trail, Whitewater Rafting Adventures will provide you with a memorable outdoor experience in addition to the personal service that you deserve.  Our friendly staff and knowledgeable guides are driven to provide you with the safest and most action packed adventure possible. Our focus is, and always will be, on making sure that you have a fun, safe and memorable day. You are important to us and we want you to feel that way. Come experience the WRA difference. Fresh air, good friends and a great time, you’ll be glad you did.

Jim Thorpe River Adventures

Welcome to Jim Thorpe River Adventures! Thanks for stopping by. At Jim Thorpe River Adventures we believe everyone needs and adventure! JTRA is directly adjacent to the Glen Onoko Falls in Lehigh Gorge State Park, the heart of the Pocono mountains of North East Pennsylvania. We provide guided raft trips on the Lehigh River from mid March thru October. This allows you to enjoy the first bloom of Spring, hot Summer days, as well as the magnificent foliage of Fall along the Lehigh Gorge. Whitewater is at it's most exciting during March, April May and June. Email Us

Pocono Whitewater

There's something fun here at Pocono Whitewater Rafting for every level of adventurer! Choose your own pace...we have mild to wild rafting and kayaking trips, family trips, scenic and relaxed premier rail-trail biking excursions, and adrenaline-filled action in our Skirmish paintball games. It's up to you! Captain your own raft on professionally guided, Class II - III river trips through the beautiful Lehigh River Gorge State Park in the Poconos. Or, paddle extreme Class IV - V whitewater on our other rivers - The Hudson and Moose in the New York Adirondack Mountains! Email Us

Lehigh Rafting Rentals

Open since 1989 and with over 100,000 satisfied customers to thank, Lehigh Rafting Rentals is the only Lehigh River Outfitter that offers exclusively, non-guided whitewater rafting rentals on the Lehigh River. Our service allows your group to avoid the crowds, choose the place you would like to stop for a river side lunch and guarantees that you will not be put into a raft with people you do not know. Email Us

Whitewater Challengers

Whether it's adrenaline-pumping adventure, an easier-paced float, or anything in between, there's a river trip at Whitewater Challengers that's perfect for you, your family or your group. Choose from the prettiest, most popular, and most conveniently located whitewater trips in the East. You'll be surprised to find so much wilderness and so much excitement so close to home! The Lehigh River --- is our most popular, closest to home river adventure. Nestled between the scenic slopes of the Pocono Mountains in Northeastern Pennsylvania, the Lehigh is an easy drive of 2 hours or less from New York City, Philadelphia, and most of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. The Lehigh boasts more than 30 miles of fun-filled whitewater. It's perfect for families and youth groups, as well as for experienced river runners. Visit our Rafting Center just outside White Haven, PA, just a few miles from Interstate 80 and Interstate 81. Email Us