Adirondack River Outfitters
Adirondack River Outfitters
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Guided whitewater rafting trips on the Black River in Watertown, the Hudson River in North River, and the Moose River in Old Forge. ARO has been providing friends and families adrenaline filled adventures for thirty four years. A day on a rafting adventures can provide a lifetime of memories.
Old Forge, United States
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Pete N
1 contribution
Jul 2021 • Family
This was our 4th trip with A. R. O. and it was outstanding! Andrew Birch was our river guide and he did a great job of giving us an exciting run, lots of interesting information about the region, all while making sure that our safety was 1st and foremost. We love these folks and we'll be back again. I can't say enough about Adirondack River Outfitters.
Written 4 July 2021
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Vuz98
Cape Canaveral, FL4 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
We had a blast. Our group ranged in ages from 60+ to teenagers ( Happy Birthday Mel ) me being the old guy in the back of the raft.
Brian our guide had us wipped into a fine tuned rapids ripping machine and made it a lot of fun.
Brian our guide had us wipped into a fine tuned rapids ripping machine and made it a lot of fun.
Written 4 July 2021
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Martina P
Nashville, Tennessee, United States80 contributions
Sept 2020
ARO rafting on Hudson was great! In addition to the best possible weather, the ARO had it so well organized that even in the Covid era we did not lose a beat.
Besides that, our guide Bill the "Mad Pupp" was the best guide we had in the US -and we raft a lot and in different places of the world. Not only he was super nice guy to work with, but he made our day to make this trip even more memorable than it already was. He made it fun, adventurous, entertaining. We came with our 12 year old daughter and our friends and their 13 y/o daughter. We have done Hudson previously with different outfitters, but this time it was a blast. Girls were totally at ease even when surfing the waves and having full raft of water at times. It was thrilling yet during every minute we felt that Bill has the raft under control. It was a blast.
Thank you BIll for unforgettable day on the river! Our boys had fun too -paddling on the front on their bellies at times. An amazing day for sure.
Besides that, our guide Bill the "Mad Pupp" was the best guide we had in the US -and we raft a lot and in different places of the world. Not only he was super nice guy to work with, but he made our day to make this trip even more memorable than it already was. He made it fun, adventurous, entertaining. We came with our 12 year old daughter and our friends and their 13 y/o daughter. We have done Hudson previously with different outfitters, but this time it was a blast. Girls were totally at ease even when surfing the waves and having full raft of water at times. It was thrilling yet during every minute we felt that Bill has the raft under control. It was a blast.
Thank you BIll for unforgettable day on the river! Our boys had fun too -paddling on the front on their bellies at times. An amazing day for sure.
Written 8 September 2020
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amycarlo0521
Brooklyn, NY2 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Great experience for our first ever white water rafting trip! Magic Matt was our guide .. and he was funny , engaging , and made us feel safe . The whole operation was well run , lots of experience , and made it fun for all of us. Would definitely do it again !
Written 15 August 2021
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Elizabeth H
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
What a great experience! Our instructor was Steve (Stevie Nips) He was the most experienced and knowledgeable guide, we were glad to be with him for our first experience, we felt safe. He also had good knowledge of the area and it's history along with many sarcastic jokes lol. ADK River Outfitters did a great job with this excursion from start to finish. The photos they take are a great addition. My only suggestion would be to have a photographer go down the river once (without people) and take the majestic photos that cannot be taken any other way and have them available for purchase as well. Thank you ADK River outfitters for the great new family memory, and special thank you Steve!
Written 9 August 2022
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Emily Blauvelt
Fort Wayne, IN1 contribution
Aug 2022
This was my first white water rafting experience. Myself and several friends ran the Hudson during a dry spell in August. I was a bit anxious before we arrived because of some scary stories I had heard of rafting. I love the outdoors and summer and winter sports but I had held off on white water. I felt instant relief when we pulled in and kind of silly. They have such a nice set up and they really have your back the whole day, it's really well organized. They take care of you from signing you in when you arrive, an area to change clothes, to giving you safety instructions and asking you and your raft mates what kind of 'ride' you would like. We had Trevor, BIG SHOUT OUT TO TREVOR, he was awesome. He had lots of experience and really made us all feel at ease to have a fun time. Lunch was supplied half way through the trip (tortilla wrap-PB/choco chips/honey bunches of oats and fruit snacks) we also got snacks later in the trip. We had times to jump out and swim/float which was amazing. We did have 2 in our group that fell out of the raft, but Trevor and us raft mates (with our prior training) were able to grab them so fast that they hardly stayed in the water. So just know if you do fall in, sit next to people with long arms : ). Overall an amazing experience, I'm ready to go to the Black river with ARO.
Written 22 August 2022
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EP
2 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Could not believe how wonderful this trip was! A perfect family activity (we have a thrill-loving 7-year old). The Adirondack mountains made a stunning backdrop for the ride, and I can’t believe how little it cost considering it’s a 17 mile, full day adventure. “Georgia Drew” was our guide and he was both highly skilled and a delight. Would do this again in a heartbeat!
Written 1 September 2021
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James C
3 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Literally everything! What started out as a Groupon purchase for two, 14 years ago, has turned into an annual family tradition. From just my 4 kids and I, to a couple friends, to entire groups filling 3, 4 or even 5 rafts, we absolutely love ARO and their entire staff. Always we'll organized, proffessional and flat out FUN!
This year was my yougest's first time as he is finally old enough (7yrs old). He had an absolute blast. This year was also my oldest's (now 20yrs old) THIRTEENTH run down the Hudson with ARO!! She swears she'll be back every year, too! No matter where she is!
Such a great time, for just a couple's day outside, to an entire family or groups of families! I promise it is better than a day inside, or staring at a screen! No matter the weather...rain or shine!!
This year was my yougest's first time as he is finally old enough (7yrs old). He had an absolute blast. This year was also my oldest's (now 20yrs old) THIRTEENTH run down the Hudson with ARO!! She swears she'll be back every year, too! No matter where she is!
Such a great time, for just a couple's day outside, to an entire family or groups of families! I promise it is better than a day inside, or staring at a screen! No matter the weather...rain or shine!!
Written 25 August 2023
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Robert W
1 contribution
Apr 2021
Had an fantastic day with family and friends rafting the Hudson Gorge with ARO. They provided outstanding arrangements for the trip. The base station is well equipped and organized. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Our guides Bruce and Steve guided our two rafts through the raging white water with great control and confidence. They coached and entertained us along the way with humor and interesting facts of the area. The white water was amazing with breathtaking cascades interspersed with steady smooth flows the entire way. The views of the river and terrain were exceptional. It was a thrilling day that we will always remember.
Written 26 April 2021
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Lon73
Houston, TX2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
As a family we’ve done rafting trips in Colorado and WV. We weren’t sure what to expect from Adirondack whitewater but our 3 hour trip down the Black River certainty exceeded them. Our guide, Alex, was the most experienced guide we’ve ever had and he did a great job guiding, teaching and entertaining! The rapids offered plenty of opportunities to get wet, challenge our paddling skills and take in some of the best scenery on the east coast and all for a very affordable price. We highly recommend ARO.
Written 1 July 2022
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what time do we need to be there by? do you need to make reservations? I have 2 different addresses... which one is correct?
Written 22 July 2017
We're coming up to camp and bringing our dogs, anyone have a suggestion for somewhere to board our dogs so we can take the trip?
Thanks
Written 12 May 2016
You can book online or by calling (800) 525-7238. We have links to accommodations on our website. A hostel, Adirondack River Beds, is located near our Hudson river base.
Written 26 April 2015
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