Challenging fun for beginner to intermediate level

This trip includes Class I-III (sometimes I-II+) rapids on this prime stretch of the historic Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. When your adventure is over, no need to walk up a steep hill at the public take out. Instead, ride our shuttle back to the top from our exclusive private take-out. We are the only outfitter in the region to provide a private take-out area.

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Know Before You Go!

Dates

Summer whitewater rafting
May 15 – September 5

Spring and Fall whitewater rafting
April 1 – May 14,  September 8 – November 20

Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays (open 7 days a week starting May 1st)

Please check our Current River Conditions and Age Restrictions page for daily updates.

Times

Trip length: About 2.5 hours (weather dependent)
Trip distance: 7 Miles

Summer whitewater rafting
Weekdays: 10am, 2:30pm
Weekends: 9:00am, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:15pm, 3:00pm, and 3:30pm

Spring and fall whitewater rafting
Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays: 10am
Saturdays and Sundays: 10am, 2:30pm

Guests must check-in no later than 30 minutes prior to their scheduled trip time.

What we provide

  • Expert guide who will provide a general orientation to rafting and teach basic paddle strokes, maneuvering techniques and river safety skills.
  • Raft
  • Helmet
  • Paddle
  • Life vests (required)
  • Parking
  • Complimentary key check
  • Private takeout (the only in the area!)
  • Shuttle service
  • Bathhouse equipped with sinks, toilets and hot showers
  • Paid lockers (Free if you have your own lock!)

Safety Requirements

  • Swimming skills are not required, but you must be fairly physically fit.
  • Kids must be at least 5 years old and at least 50 pounds. (Subject to change based on river conditions. Please check our Current River Conditions and Age Restrictions page for daily updates.)
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Max recommended weight is 250 pounds.
  • All guests must complete the liability waiver that will be included in your confirmation email.

What to wear

  • Water shoes, sneakers or sandals with an ankle strap are required. No flip-flops allowed!
  • You will get wet, so swimwear is preferable.
  • Bring a hat, sunglasses with strap and sunscreen.

Read more highly-recommended tips on what to wear!

Rates

Spring and Fall
$70 adults (18 and up)
$65 youth (ages 5 – 17)

Summer Weekday
$70 adults (18 and over)
$65 youth (5 to 17 year olds)

Summer Weekends and Holidays
$85 adults (18 and over)
$80 youth (ages 5 – 17)

*fees included

After you are done rafting, stay and enjoy our beautiful property! We’ve got hot showers, a brewery and the best views of the Potomac and Harpers Ferry Bridge.

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Don’t Just Take Our Word for It…

Martin White
01:37 29 Jun 25
Our boat guide Dimitri was awesome, we had a great day white water rafting.
Cassey Riner
17:31 26 Jun 25
My family and I recently tried white water rafting at HFAC for the first time. We had the best experience! Our guide was very knowledgeable. Alyson explained safety instructions to us in detail and also shared HF history with us! We will definitely be back! We highly recommend river guide Alyson! Thanks again for the fantastic time! Memories were made.
Oliver Lim
01:40 24 Jun 25
I visited today to celebrate my birthday and had a truly memorable experience. I want to especially recognize Jeremy, he was an exceptional guide and made the entire visit enjoyable. My friends and I had an absolute blast. Thank you for such a wonderful experience; I look forward to visiting again!
Shannon Detling
21:52 19 Jun 25
Whitewater rafting with Jeremy was awesome! He was the best guide! We did the best rapids while other boats watched us having fun.
hamza Elkholy
03:51 13 Jun 25
Jack and Caden took us through an exhilarating day with and enthusiasm few can contend with!!!
Hilary Buxton
15:57 09 Jun 25
The staff are friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. We did flatwater tubing and it was a good route; you can do multiple runs--we did two. We stayed overnight in one of the camping cabins so that we could enjoy the brewery on the property without having to worry about driving and had and had a great time--good beer, live music, pizza, amazing views. There was an issue with our cabin at first and Scott, the property manager, took good care of us and rectified the issue quickly. I've tubed with them twice so far and will definitely be back.
Todd Peterson
02:29 04 Jun 25
We went on a rafting trip this past Sunday. Wow, what a great time! Our raft guide was Hannah. She did such an amazing job. Her knowledge about the river and how to navigate the raft down the rapids can't be beat. It was a thrill I won't forget!! Hannah also had us stop at unique places like streams and falls that I have never seen before. She was also a lot of fun to talk to and kept us laughing with her jokes. Thanks Hannah for a wonderful adventure I will never forget.
Brett Peterson
23:34 01 Jun 25
We had an amazing time visiting the Harper Ferry adventure center. Hannah was an amazing guide to go rafting down the river with. Her jokes, personality, and in depth knowledge of the river made it a truly memorable experience. A nice plus is also the brewery right on sight, serving well over 50 beers on tap. Will be back!!
GAIA LEAH ROTEM
19:48 26 May 25
Me and my family had such an amazing experience at the rope course. Our instructor Logan was very kind, and attentive, he provided very clear and helpful instructions while keeping it professional and fun. Thanks to his advice I was able to do the most difficult part of it successfully, thank you.