WATAUGA RIVER OUTPOST - ELIZABETHTON,TN
Watauga River Outpost - 105 John Sheffield Private Drive Elizabethton, TN 37643
GUIDED FAMILY WHITEWATER RAFTING AND GUIDEDED DUCKIES (INFLATABLE KAYAK) TOURS IN ELIZABETHTON, TN
The Watauga River provides some of the best rafting and tubing the whole family will enjoy. Our outpost is conveniently located directly on the Watauga River- NO long bus rides!!
Wahoo’s beautiful riverfront property is available for the enjoyment of or guests to picnic and relax both before and after your adventure.
WATAUGA RIVER TUBING
- Duration: 2-3 Hours
- Light Rapids For Splashy Fun!
- Cooler Tubes Available
- Ages 5+ Required
- FAMILY FRIENDLY
- RAFTING ADVENTURE
- FAMILY FRIENDLY
WATAUGA RIVER RAFTING
Starting At $55
- CLASS I THROUGH III RAPIDS
- FAMILY FRIENDLY
- GUIDED TOUR
- CAMPING ADVENTURE
WATAUGA RIVER CAMPING
Starting At $14 /night
- Bring Your Tent
- Bathrooms, Showers, and Grills
- Wahoo Activity Booking Required
frequently asked questions
Most important information i should know
Please leave any valuables (watches, cell phones, jewelry, wallets, etc.) in your car, which will be safely parked at one of our river outposts.
For cooler weather days, Wahoo’s offers top-of-the-line wet suits that can be rented by making a reservation the day prior to your expedition.
Trips go rain or shine!
What is Your Cancellation Policy?
For a Full Breakdown of our Refund and Cancellation Policy please visit our cancellation Page!
All Wahoos Trips Go Rain or Shine! No refund due to weather.
Trips go rain or shine!
What should I bring?
- Swimming trunks or quick-dry shorts
- Tevas, Chacos, or old tennis shoes (sandals must have a heel strap)
- Cotton t-shirts are fine on hot days, but are not recommended during colder trips
- Polyester, fleece, polypropylene, or wool materials are great for keeping warm on cold days
- Dry clothes for after your white water adventure, including dry shoes
- Towel to dry off at the end of the day
- Sunscreen to protect your skin
- Sunglasses
- Epipens, insulin, or any medications that should accompany you on your trip — each of our professional guides carries a dry bag or a cooler in which your medications can be stored.
- If you are canoeing or kayaking, be sure to bring your cooler full of eats and drinks – NO GLASS!
What is your tipping policy?
No service charge or gratuity has been added to your expedition. A tip of 15-20+% is customary and certainly appreciated by your hard-working professional whitewater rafting guides.
Are your guides certified in CPR or First Aid?
All Wahoo’s guides are certified in CPR and first aid. For high-adventure rafting trips, guides with certifications such as Wilderness First Responder (WFR), Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will be provided. An up-to-date comprehensive medical kit accompanies every rafting trip
What is the youngest age accepted on your trips?
People of ALL ages can do trips on the New River in Todd, NC. Families with kids as young as 3 can do the river trip in Elizabethton, TN. The Nolichucky in Erwin, TN is perfect for people as young as 7 to physically well (can hike and paddle) adults.
Can I bring my Dog?
Your dog can join you for your adventure on the New River in Todd, NC