Rafting
Shenandoah River & Potomac River
Whitewater rafting for all ages
with Harpers Ferry's most experienced outfitter on the region's historic
rivers.
 Raft White Water 1 Hour From DC
Join us for white water rafting on the final
stretches of the Shenandoah River as it tumbles into the Potomac, carving a
spectacular 6.5-mile watercourse through the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Both river rafting trips offer Class I-III
whitewater, made up of some mellow water, permitting splashing and floating,
multiple riffles and ledges, and challenging rapids such as "Bull Falls" and
"White Horse."
Rafters also pass travel through three
states (Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia) on this unforgettable guided
whitewater rafting trip.
During periods of low water the
trip is exclusively on the Potomac river, coursing through a majestic water gap
— with a view Thomas Jefferson wrote was worth a voyage across the
Atlantic.
Experience Counts
River & Trail Outfitters has been running rafting trips
at Harpers Ferry, WV for 37 years, longer than any other company. Experienced
guides lead your trip, showing you the best route through the rapids while
entertaining you with tales from the river. As you float by Harpers Ferry
National Historical Park, we'll educate you on important events that occurred
in the area and lead up to the Civil War.
"I would like to express my sincere thanks to
everyone who made our raft trip the best time of our life…my brother and I
enjoyed everything about the trip. You are a nice and friendly bunch of
people."
~ Patty and Paul Voelker |
Picnic on the River
Weather permitting, on most trips, River
& Trail offers the exclusive opportunity to maximize your experience on the
river... we pack up our picnic lunch for the morning trips or dinner for the
afternoon trips, and allow you to soak up some sun, while enjoying your picnic
right on the river!
From kids to active seniors, get ready to have some fun on
this Harpers Ferry whitewater rafting adventure!
NOTE: This trip is generally a beginner level
whitewater rafting trip, however, trip length and difficulty vary according to
water levels.
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Important Rafting Trip Information
Rafting Trip Prices:
- $63/person Mon-Fri AM. (includes picnic on the
river)
- $55/person Monday through Friday PM
- $69/person Sat-Sun (includes picnic on the river)
Kids 16 and under: $6 off
Add 5% amusement fee + $2.00 per person user
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Suggested Minimum Age & Weight:
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Trip Includes:
- Guide in each raft
- Picnic on the river *
- All equipment
- Shuttle transportation
* Weekday afternoons normally do not include the
picnic.
Wetsuits are available for spring or fall trips with
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Discounts:
- Kids 16 and under: $6 off
- Bring your own picnic: $6 off (must be applied to
entire party)
- Groups** 12-24 : $5 off/person
- Groups** 25+ : $6 off/person
** Groups must pay collectively to receive
discounts
Non-profits receive special discounts any day but Saturday
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Trip Departure Times:
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SEASONAL
DEPARTURES - Shenandoah / Potomac Whitewater Raft Trip |
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April-May |
June-September 15 |
September 16-October 15 |
October 16 - November |
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Weekends |
9am & 2pm |
9am & 2:30pm |
9am & 2pm |
10am, 11am or 1pm |
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Weekdays |
10am, 11am or 1pm |
10am & 2:45pm |
10am, 11am or 1pm |
10am, 11am or 1pm |
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Other departure times may be available for
groups of 10 or more |
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Before making your reservation: Groups
of 10 or more, or those wanting to go weekday mornings all season, or weekdays
in April and May — call 301-695-5177 or 888-446-7529 |
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