Best Whitewater Rafting Between Lake Placid and Lake George

Convieniently located in the heart of the Adirondacks, Adirondac Rafting Company is the ideal complement to your Lake Placid or Lake George vacation.

For a generation—thanks to our talented and professional guides—we have been known throughout the area as the premier local rafting company for our personalized, high-quality Hudson River Gorge adventures. Our deep connection to the region ensures you’ll always receive a trip full of fascinating insights about the area’s history, wildlife, and natural features as you navigate the river. Our guides’ local expertise will enrich your adventure, making your trip to the Adirondacks a fully-immersive experience.

By choosing Adirondac Rafting Company, you’re opting for an adventure that combines excitement, safety, and a deep appreciation for the natural surroundings—check out our gallery for a taste—making us the ideal complement to your Lake Placid or Lake George vacation.

We can’t wait to welcome you the river!

Located in Indian Lake, we are the Closest Whitewater Guides to the Trip Start!

All local whitewater rafting companies use the same starting location for their river runs. Because we are the closest there are no long bus rides prolonging the excitement of hitting the rapids.

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Map of the Adirondack area showing locations of Adirondac Rafting Company's base, the start of all rafting trips and nearby Lake George and Lake Placid
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All Whitewater Rafting trips on the Hudson River start here!

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Adirondac Rafting Base in Indian Lake. Just minutes from the put in means no long bus rides!

Your Whitewater Itinerary

9:00 am
Check-in at our riverbase located in Indian Lake, NY

9:00 am to 9:30 am
Change and collect your whitewater equipment (helmet, life jacket, paddle, etc.)

9:30 am
Take a short ride in our buses to begin your exhilarating 15-mile whitewater adventure!

10:00 am to 2:00/3:00 pm
Raft Class III+ rapids through scenic Adirondack wilderness. Lunch and a shuttle back to the riverbase will be provided.


With a convenient, centrally-located headquarters—less than an hour from Lake George—there is plenty to do in the area. We’ve put together a handy guide with information about activities near Lake George to help make the rest of your day nearly as exciting as your rafting adventure.

Top Quality Rafting Gear

All of our river gear is comfortable, modern, and maintained to the highest standards.

  • Expertly maintained fleet of self-bailing rafts by Star, Maravia, and SOTAR
  • Type V PFDs – sizes available from children’s small to extra large adult (Maximum of 56″ chest/waist)
  • Carlisle Guest Paddles – sizes available for children up to tall adults
  • Wetsuits and splash gear by Northwest River Supply and Man of Rubber – sizes available from children’s small up to XXXL adults
  • Helmets by Northwest River Supply

Guides Make the Difference

We take great pride in our talented, enthusiastic, and very entertaining staff.  All of our professional, award-winning guides are licensed and certified by the State of New York. Meet our team.