The Upper YoughRafting's Ultimate Thrill

The Upper Youghiogheny River is considered one of the hardest commercially run rivers in North America. When you are ready to take on the ultimate white water challenge on the east coast, you are ready for the Upper Yough.

The Yough Plaza offers Upper Yough Rafting Trips with White Water Adventurers. You will be driven from Ohiopyle to the Upper Yough in Friendsville Maryland. From there you will drop on average of 125 feet per mile down the Upper Yough. You are provided with a lunch and transportation back to Ohiopyle.

The Upper Yough is on the wish list for every white water fan. You cannot afford to miss this chance to experience the ultimate in white water thrill seeking.

If you are interested in rafting on the Upper Yough, contact White Water Adventurers at 1-800-WWA-RAFT or visit White Water Adventurer's website for more information. When you call to make your Yough Plaza Room Reservation, please mention that you are interested in rafting on the Upper Yough. Our knowledgeable travel advisors will be glad to help you set everything up.

Upper Yough Rafting Info

What Months?
The Upper Yough runs in April through October on Mondays, Fridays and select Saturdays and Sundays. Visit White Water Adventurer's Upper Yough Page for more information.
2009 Upper Yough Prices
Not Sure Yet
River Rating
Class 4 and 5
Minimum Age?
You must be at least 16 years of age to raft on the Upper Yough

Related Information

Lower Yough Rafting Trips
Not quite ready for the challenges of the Cheat River? Why not try the Lower Yough. Just yards from the Yough Plaza, the Lower Yough is sure to excite!
Middle Yough Rafting Trips
With its gentle class 1 and 2 rapids the Middle Yough is a family favorite for rafting in Ohiopyle. For children as young as 5. Check out the Middle Yough.
Cheat Canyon Rafting Trips
Want to step up a notch from the Lower Yough? Why not try the Cheat River Canyon? Only 40 minutes from Ohiopyle, the Cheat offers the best spring-time rafting anywhere.