Shenandoah & Potomac River Levels Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

Shenandoah and Potomac River Levels and Conditions

Last updated: April 30, 2026

Shenandoah River Level Descriptions at Millville, WV

  • 1–2 feet Lower flow
  • 2–3 feet Average flow 
  • 3- 6 feet Higher Spring-like flow
  • 6–10 feet High flow.  High Adventure Rafting.
  • 10 or more feet No river trips

Potomac River Level Descriptions at Point of Rocks, MD

  • 5 feet and below Suitable for kayak and canoe rentals 
  • 4 feet and below suitable for our Peaceful Potomac River Tubing
  • The Potomac River retains water levels well during periods of low flow.

River & Trail will do its best to contact you if your upcoming adventure is affected by current river levels. 

Please call us at 301-834-9950 or email us at river@rivertrail.com. We would be happy to provide more detailed information about current water levels, trip lengths, and more. 

Shenandoah
Potomac

Trips on the Shenandoah River: 

RAFTING, TUBING, & KAYAKING/CANOEING
Trips include:

  • Shenandoah Mellow Water Tubing:
  • Park & Paddle Kayaking
  • 2 & 3 Day Canoe Trips
  • Whitewater Rafting
    During periods of lower 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. This is a more beginner-friendly and family-friendly rafting trip. 

Trips on the Potomac River:

Most Popular Trips

Group of Tubers on mellow Shenandoah - River and Trail Outfitters

Float the easy going lower Shenandoah River for the perfect tubing adventure all summer long! Grab your friends and family.

Happy tuber on whitewater near Harpers Ferry - River & Trail Outfitters
Outrageously fun, whitewater tubing and lots of action on the Potomac River near Harpers Ferry, WV
Rafters going down rapids on Shenandoah - River & Trail Outfitters

Go white water rafting on the beautiful Shenandoah River and the Potomac River. Raft through 3 states, the rivers meet at Harpers Ferry. Inflatable kayaks are recommended in low water!

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