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Shenandoah or Potomac River Whitewater Rafting
- River: Shenandoah or Potomac River
- Location: Harpers Ferry, WV near Washington, DC
- Guided: Yes
- Class: I-III (sometimes I-II+)
- Dates: Daily, March through November
- Duration: 2-3 hours on the river
Description:
Harpers Ferry White Water Rafting - Spring and Fall trips offer an exciting, heart pounding experience. Summer trips provide a more mild, family friendly adventure, typically due to lower water levels. The Shenandoah is always a great option for beginner to intermediate paddlers. This popular trip will guide you through the splashing white water of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and is located where Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia come together. River Riders has the expertise, guides, and equipment to meet all...
North Branch of the Potomac Whitewater
- River: North Branch of the Potomac
- Location: Barnum, WV about 1/2 hour south of Cumberland, MD
- Guided: Yes
- Class: II-III+
- Dates: Spring 2012 - Call to confirm availability April 7, 8 and 21, 22 May 5, 6 and 19, 20
- Duration: 3 hours on the river
Description:
North Branch White Water Rafting - Have you "Done the Doah"? Are you ready for more exciting white water? Join us on a raft trip down the renowned North Branch of the Potomac River. The high water volumes and steeper gradient of the this special section create waves up to 6 ft. high! Continuous class II to III+ action will keep your heart pounding and your raft moving. Brief sections of calm water between rapids allow relaxing, swimming, and cliff jumping. The North Branch is a dam released river, therefore this trip does not departy daily.
New River White Water Rafting
- River: New River
- Location: Fayetteville (Southern), WV
- Guided: Yes
- Class: I-V
- Dates: 2012 Upper New: One Day Trips: Daily May - October Overnight Trips: Daily June - August Lower New: One Day Trips: Daily April - October Overnight Trips: Daily May - September
- Duration: 5-8 hours on the river
Description:
New River White Water Rafting - Travel to southern WV to reach the biggest and baddest whitewater in the East. You'll be glad you did! It takes about five and a half hours of travel time from Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, MD. The excitement and natural beauty of our rivers and canyons will propel you into an unforgettable and unmatched rafting adventure on America's Best Whitewater.
Gauley River Whitewater Rafting
- River: Gauley River
- Location: Fayetteville (southern), WV
- Guided: Yes
- Class: III-V+
- Dates: 2012 Gauley Dam Release Dates To Be Announced Trips are Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Mondays September: October: (Bridge Day)
- Duration: 5-6 hours on the river
Description:
The Gauley River is truly one of the rare jewels of World Class Whitewater. The Gauley is rated by many as the best whitewater trip in the world! Each fall the Army Corp. of Engineers release the water at Summersville dam to insure optimum flow for rafting on the Gauley River. With two distinct twelve-mile sections, this river boasts over 75 major rapids ranging from Class III - V!
Upper Yough White Water Rafting
- River: Upper Youghiogheny River
- Location: Friendsville, MD near Deep Creek Lake
- Guided: Yes
- Class: IV-V
- Dates: April 20 through October 15, 2012 Trips are Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays April: Friday 20, 27 May: Monday 7, 14 Friday 4, 11, 18, 25 Saturday 5, 26 June: Monday 4, 11, 18, 25 Friday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Saturday 23, 30 July: Monday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Friday 6, 13, 20, 27 Saturday 7, 14, 21, 28 August: Monday 6, 13, 20, 27 Friday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Saturday 4,18, 25 September: Monday 3, 10, 17, 24 Friday 7, 14, 21, 28 Saturday 1, 8 October: Monday 1, 8, 15 Friday 5, 12 Saturday 6
- Duration: 3.5 hours on the river
Description:
Upper Youghiogheny White Water Rafting - This class V river has a descent of over 1,000 ft within seven miles of the ten mile section! The Upper Yough provides wild, secnic excitement at every turn!
With rapid names that include: Cheeseburger, Pencil Sharpener, Meatcleaver, Little Niagra, and National Falls- You will experience the unforgettable thrills, spills, and challenges that will keep you comming back again and again! Guaranteed!
Self Guided White Water Rafting
- River: Potomac River
- Location: Harpers Ferry, WV
- Guided: No or Guide Assist
- Class: I-III
- Dates: Daily Memorial Day through Labor Day
- Duration: 2 hours on the river
Description:
Take our popular white water rafting experience to the next level; navigate the Potomac River on your own! Gather your friends or family to experience the mild rapids together and enjoy the solitude. If you don't have previous white water rafting experience, choose a guide assisted trip for a little guidance on controling the boat and navigating the rapids.
Oar Assisted Rafting
- River: Potomac River
- Location: Harpers Ferry, WV
- Guided: Yes
- Class: Flatwater or Class I-III
- Dates: Daily March through November
- Duration: 2-5 hours on the river
Description:
River Riders oar assisted raft trips allow you to customize the perfect river experience for your group. Oar assisted rafts are ideal for families with young children or seniors, as our guide will take care of the maneuvering and paddling while you enjoy the scenery and each other, and relax! We offer a half day trip or a 2 hour express trip, and either can be done on flat water or white water, depending on the experience your group is looking for.
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