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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Ausable Chasm

Keeseville, United States

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 84 2026
Ausable Chasm

A narrow gorge of layered rock with a river running along its floor, with waterfalls and rock walls. Visitors see it from rim paths and a walkway down to the river, then by raft, tube or guided tour.

Highlights

  • Waterfalls along the River Walk
  • Rope bridges over the gorge
  • Rafting and tubing on the river

Good to know

  • Packages from about $49 to $79
  • Many stairs down to the river
  • Raft lines often wait an hour or more

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