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This half day trip is the perfect option for beginner to intermediate level rafters. All tours include Class I-III (sometimes I-II+) rapids on this prime stretch of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers.
Both rivers transition from classic bouncy whitewater experiences in the spring and early summer, to more technical paddling experiences as the river levels drop mid-summer to early fall. Rain patterns determine the nature of the whitewater.
The trip begins with a short flat water section on the Shenandoah River where you will receive a general orientation to rafting and learn basic paddle strokes, maneuvering techniques, and river safety skills from our expert guides.
When your adventure has come to the end, 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.
Harpers Ferry Whitewater Kayaking (“Duckies”)
This is the next level of adventure for guests in good physical condition and ready for a more adventurous trip on the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers.
Check out our Duckie trips >>
At the time of booking, all guests must fill out a liability waiver for each participant in a booking. For fastest service, we recommend that you read and sign the liability waiver online during the purchase process. At that time a link to the online liability waiver is made available for sending via email to other participants in your booking so that they can also read and sign their waivers in advance of the trip.
Please note that anyone under the age of 18 MUST have a waiver filled out by a LEGAL parent or guardian.
Guests are welcome to bring water, but no glass containers are allowed. You can refill water bottles on site, or purchase water at our check-in.
Harpers Ferry Adventure Center wants to ensure you have a quality trip. We run our raft trips when water levels are below 10 feet on the Shenandoah River. If we feel the water is too low, we will recommend a different activity or switch to an alternate route. If water levels are too high, we postpone trips for your safety. Any person participating in an activity with Harpers Ferry Adventure Center must complete a Liability Waiver.
Summer Whitewater Rafting Trips
(May 15th – September 5th)
10am, 2:30pm
For Weekends
9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm, 3:00pm
Spring and Fall Whitewater Rafting Trips
(September 8th – November 20th)
Mon, Thurs & Fri
10:00am
Sat & Sun
10:00am, 2:30pm
(Closed on Tuesday & Wednesday)
(Times are weather dependent)
April
7 days a week
Adult $58 Youth $53
May 1 – Sep 5
Mon – Fri
Adult $58 Youth $53
Saturday
Adult $78 Youth $73
Sunday
Adult $73 Youth $68
Holiday Weekends
Adult $78 Youth $73
Sep 8 – Nov 20
Thursday through Monday
Adult $58 Youth $53
(Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
$7/person user fee and 6% sales tax will be added at checkout
Please check the river conditions before you travel.
When your adventure has come to the end, 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.
Harpers Ferry Whitewater Kayaking (“Duckies”)
This is the next level of adventure for guests in good physical condition and ready for a more adventurous trip on the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers.
Check out our Duckie trips >>
At the time of booking, all guests must fill out a liability waiver for each participant in a booking. For fastest service, we recommend that you read and sign the liability waiver online during the purchase process. At that time a link to the online liability waiver is made available for sending via email to other participants in your booking so that they can also read and sign their waivers in advance of the trip.
Please note that anyone under the age of 18 MUST have a waiver filled out by a LEGAL parent or guardian.
Harpers Ferry Adventure Center wants to ensure you have a quality trip. We run our raft trips when water levels are above 2 feet and below 10 feet on the Shenandoah River. If we feel the water is too low, we will recommend a different activity or switch to an alternate route. If water levels are too high, we postpone trips for your safety. Any person participating in an activity with Harpers Ferry Adventure Center must complete a Liability Waiver.
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