Harpers Ferry White Water Rafting
Ready for fun? Daily white water rafting trips in Harpers Ferry on the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers!
White water Rafting on the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers
Harpers Ferry Rafting
- LENGTH: 3-4 hours
- PRICE: $67-$94
- LOCATION: By Harpers Ferry, WV
- AGES: 7+, 50lbs+
- INCLUDES: Guide, riverside snack, equipment, shuttle
inflatable kayaking
- LENGTH: 3-4 hours
- PRICE: $67-$94
- LOCATION: By Harpers Ferry, WV
- AGES: 12+, 90lbs+
- INCLUDES: Guide, riverside snack, equipment, shuttle
Harpers Ferry White Water Rafting trips go through Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia!
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- Go white water rafting through three states and on two rivers!
- Trip takes place on the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers*
- Includes a riverside snack of a granola bar, apple squeeze or fruit, and drink
- Guides are trained and certified by the WV DNR. In addition, they receive training on natural and Harpers Ferry history and area plants and animals.
- Located only 1 hour from Washington, DC & Baltimore, MD beltways
*During periods of low water, this trip takes place on the Potomac River (2 hrs), passing by Harpers Ferry. Rapids include a long series of Class II rapids through the Needles of the Potomac culminating in the wavy fun of Class III White Horse! “Funneling” or swimming through the rapids is included as weather permits. Call us for current river level updates or check out our River Levels page.
**Guests will need to walk up a short, steep hill at the end of the trip to board the bus!
Excellent Discounts for Groups of 10 or more!
- Check out our group discounts section below
- Groups of 15 or more – Add on a picnic lunch after your trip or you can bring your own packed lunch at our Harpers Ferry location. Vegetarian options are available
- Custom start times for groups of 15 or more available
Harpers Ferry Whitewater Rafting Trip Details
River & Trail is committed to transparent pricing with no hidden booking fees. Add a 6% WV sales tax + $3 user fee/person to prices below.
Check prices and dates in our booking portal or see below for details.
Late Spring & Summer Pricing
May 18 – September 13
- Weekday: $76/adult | $71/youth 12 & under
- Saturday:
9:30am & 3:30pm: $85/adult | $80/youth 12 & under
10:30am & 2:30pm: $94/adult | $89/youth 12 & under - Sunday:
10am & 2:30pm: $79/adult | $74/youth 12 & under
12pm: $92/adult | $87/youth 12 & under
*Riverside snack includes a granola bar, apple squeeze or fruit, and drink
Early Spring & Fall Pricing
March 15 – May 17 and September 14– November 9
- Weekday: $72/adult | $67/youth 12 & under
- Saturday: $79/adult | $70/youth 12 & under
- Sunday: $72/adult | $67/youth 12 & under
*Riverside snack includes a granola bar, apple squeeze or fruit, and drink
Group Discounts: Call for discounts!
- Groups of 10-24: $12 off/person
- Groups of 25-49: $16 off/person
- Groups of 50-99: $17 off/person
*Groups must pay collectively to be eligible for group discounts.
Times:
May 18 – September 13
- Weekdays: 10am, 2:30pm
- Saturdays: 9:30am, 10:30am, 2:30pm, 3:30pm
- Sundays
10am, 12pm, 2:30pm
March 15 – May 17 & September 14 – November 9
- Weekdays: 1:00pm
- Weekends: 10:00am & 2:30pm
Length of Trip: Approximately 3 – 4 hours on the river. Depending on water levels and routing, the trip duration can range from 2.5 – 5 hour
Whitewater Rafting fun on an inflatable kayak near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia on the Shenandoah River and Potomac River
Ready to level up from rafting? Hop into a Ducky and enjoy a splashing good time on this inflatable whitewater kayaking adventure—perfect for families with teens and adventurous paddlers ages 12 and up! Inflatable kayaks are stable, easy to steer, and all about hands-on fun. Tip over? Just flip it upright, climb back on, and keep on paddling— and yes… expect to get wet!
- An experienced guide gives basic instruction and leads the group downriver.
- Kayak the Shenandoah River into the Potomac River at scenic Harpers Ferry.*
- Participants should be reasonably active, weigh between 90-250 lbs., and be ready to help carry the lightweight duckies up a short hill at the end of the trip.
- Inflatable kayaks are limited, so be sure to reserve this trip in advance.
- One trip available per day. Groups of 6 or more call to book.
*During periods of low water, this trip takes place on the Potomac River (2 hrs), passing by Harpers Ferry. Rapids include a long series of Class II rapids through the Needles of the Potomac culminating in the wavy fun of Class III White Horse! “Funneling” or swimming through the rapids is included as weather permits. Call us for current river level updates or check out our River Levels page.
Adventure Add-Ons
Brunswick Family Campground
Relax at our riverfront campground beside the Potomac River and the C&O Canal Towpath, just 15 minutes from Harpers Ferry. Tent, RV and cabins available. Bike, canoe, kayak and tube rentals onsite. Playground, pavilions, bath house, camp store. Campers get 10% discount on select River & Trail activities.
Bike Rentals
Add a morning bike rental on the C&O Canal before your trip! Save $10/person on your raft & bike combo when you book a bike rental for the same day. Bike rental location is 20 minutes from rafting check-in. *Discount will be applied at checkout after both items have been added to your cart.
Harpers Ferry Tubing
Want to spend a second day on the river with us? Choose between 3 Harpers Ferry tubing trips. Take the whitewater tubing challenge or relax on a mellow tube float. Trips take place on the Shenandoah & Potomac Rivers. *Discount will be applied at checkout after both items have been added to your cart.
