Virginia is home to one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan metropolitan areas in the country. Northern Virginia, which has become far more than a bedroom community for the nation’s capital, is awash in development and expansion. The corridor from Washington, D.C. through and including Dulles International Airport has come to rival the Silicone Valley in terms of the array of high-tech companies and enterprises that now call this region home. Beyond history and business Virginia is a “sports person’s paradise.” From hunting to camping to hiking the Commonwealth has some of the most spectacular parks and recreational areas on the Eastern Seaboard. Moreover, the beaches of Virginia – particularly at Virginia Beach and surrounding communities – have become some of the best beloved tourist destinations in the Northeastern United States.

Virginia overall continues to experience population growth. Of course, Northern Virginia continues to lead the Commonwealth when it comes to residential, retail and commercial development. However, other sections of Virgina are experiencing growth as well, including some of the more rural areas of the Commonwealth that are attracting young families and other people who are interested in a more serene life in a community that truly can be classified and considered a “hometown.”

Famous rivers are not the only areas for rafting and ride the big rapids. You can find many areas that have just as fast and high moving rapids when you go white water rafting West Virginia style. Yes, even Virginia has some awesome river rapids with classification I to IV. The spectacular New River Gorge follows over fifty-three mile of fun rapid action and some relaxing time in between. This river gets the blood flowing and the excitement is magnificent.

Some love the Beast of the East, the Gauley River, but the New River Gorge sometimes called the Grand Canyon of the east gives you fantastic views of the rock formations and the trees that grow up out of rivers banks. The white water rafting in West Virginia leaves you breathless and wanting more. Some even hang around for rock climbing and hiking, which also becomes another memorable experience. Nowhere else you go will ever offer an experience as this, these rapids are a one of a kind from the start to the finish. Now get out and enjoy some great white water rafting times with friends or family.