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]]> Tubing 1Now that summer is in full swing, how about a lazy tube ride down the Shenandoah River. Not enough adrenalin? How about tubing down the white water on Potomac River?

Take a 2 hour self-guided float down either the calm Shenandoah River, or the faster paced Potomac River near Harpers Ferry, WV.

The Shenandoah float is great for families with little kids (must be 4 years old and 30+ lbs.) or for folks who just want to relax. While the Potomac River float includes some Class I-III rapids sections for a bit more excitement. Kids need to be 12+ years old and 5′ tall for this one.

River RidersTubing 2
68 Alstadts Hill Road
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 – about 90 minutes from DC

Days and Times – Weekdays – 10:30, 11:30 and 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 departures, check in 1 hour in advance. Weekends & Holidays – Every half hour at 15 and 45 after from 10:15 a.m. until 2:45 p.m.

Cost – $21.00 basic tube, $26.00 dekluxe tube ($2.00 discount if reserved online).

Details – Package includes a tube, life jacket, free shuttle transportation, and free parking (limited on weekends). Age requirements may change due to the river’s conditions. Alcohol is not permitted on the river, but you can bring a cooler or rent one to place in another tube. River Riders also has a cafe for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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