Today there are twelve outfitters offering day long trips Spring, Summer and Fall. Overnight trips and fishing float trips are also available. The trip begins near the village of Indian Lake, and ends in the Hamlet of North River. Rafters experience such rapids as The Narrows, Big Nasty, and Mile Long while taking in the spectacular Adirondack wilderness scenery. Yes, this is the same Hudson River that flows past Manhattan - but it is fresh from the mountains, and crystal clear.
Water levels vary with rainfall and the depth of snowfall from the previous winter.
Spring whitewater season is generally April 1 st through June. The highest water levels are early to mid April, but great whitewater is a sure thing on any given day owing to dependable dam releases from the Abanakee dam near the launch site on the Indian River. Summer whitewater is a new added season on the Hudson. Water levels are generally lower, but warm weather and swimming warm water make this a great summer cooler. Autumn rafting is without a doubt the most spectacular time to see the river - blazing colors and whitewater combine for an exciting time on the Hudson.