Where can I tube in West Virginia?

Tube West Virginia’s rivers this summer to enjoy life at a slower, more leisurely pace….6 Lazy Rivers In West Virginia That Are Perfect For Tubing On A Summer’s Day

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Potomac River. Flickr/Glen Mazza.
Cheat River.
New River.
Greenbrier River.
Tygart River.
Elk River.

What can you take on tubing at Harpers Ferry?

Flat Water Tubing Only It is recommended guests wear swimsuits and water shoes or something equivalent for the activity. Footwear with a strap around the ankle is required; guests without appropriate footwear will not be permitted on the trip. HFAC sells water shoes and straps for glasses (chums) on site.

Who owns Harpers Ferry Adventure Center?

The Heffner family, owners Holly and George, strive for safety, great customer service, affordable prices, and improving facilities for future and returning guests to enjoy.

Can you bring your own tube to Harpers Ferry?

Flat water tubing in Harpers Ferry is the Sunday drive of all our River Trips, as it gives you the freedom to go wherever your tube takes you! Tubing on Your Own includes a tube, PFD (Personal Flotation Device), free shuttle transportation, and parking. The trip typically takes 2-3 hours to complete.

What should you wear tubing?

How to dress for river trips – rafting& Tubing

Quick dry shorts (no cotton)
Quick dry t-shirt, regular tshirt, or bathing suit.
Sneakers or sport sandals that will stay on your feet. No flip flops!
Hat with brim or visor.
Sunglasses, be sure to have a strap to keep them on your head!

How do you dress for a river?

Quick-Dry Clothing To keep yourself warmer and dryer, wear athletic fabrics (like polyester, neoprene, spandex or anything Quick-Dry). NO COTTON! It’s a great option for a t-shirt or long-sleeve, but cotton on the river gets wet and stays wet, which can keep you cold.

What happened at Harpers Ferry?

Harpers Ferry Raid, (October 16–18, 1859), assault by an armed band of abolitionists led by John Brown on the federal armoury located at Harpers Ferry, Virginia (now in West Virginia). It was a main precipitating incident to the American Civil War.

How long is the float at Harpers Ferry?

Whitewater tubing trips go on the Potomac River from our private Bakerton Rd River Access above Harpers Ferry to *Potomac Wayside floating by Harpers Ferry, a total of 5 miles which is 1.5 miles longer than other trips.

How long is tubing at Harpers Ferry?

Flat water trips vary depending on the water levels, but the standard trip is from the Millville Dam down to the River Riders rafting put-in about 2.5 miles and takes about an hour and a half to 3 hours.

Can you take your phone tubing?

If you don’t really need it, don’t bring it. Every day tubing the river people lose cameras, phones, sunglasses, wallets – and then their dignity. Especially don’t bring it if you’re not okay with it getting wet. Even with a dry bag and being careful, accidents can happen.