West Virginia whitewater - Potomac River, Jefferson WV Washington MD County Jefferson WV Washington MD county, Harpers Ferry - Dam #3 to Route 340 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+     2.5 miles   The beautiful scenery of Jefferson WV Washington MD County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in West Virginia are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. The Harpers Ferry - Dam #3 to Route 340 stretch of Potomac River is 2.5 miles long and has been rated as a class II+ section by American Whitewater. The Harpers Ferry     - Dam #3 to Route 340 section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This stretch is short so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of places for that. Briefly about the general area: An average amount of precipitation falls at Potomac River; most of the rain falls throughout May, and the driest month of the year is January. A visit to Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail is worthwhile, and Barr Spring is an inspiring place to stop by while you're here.   Good hiking is available along the Loudoun Heights Trail, and don't leave Potomac River without first paying a visit to The Staircase. Summer at Potomac River arrives with high temperatures in the 80's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 60's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 30's, and through the dark hours in the winter at Potomac River temperatures descend to the 20's. Near Potomac River you hit upon Loudoun Valley which is a great site to pop by, and what would a place like Potomac River be without exciting close by highlights like Jefferson Rock. Any time is a great time at Potomac River if you adore the outdoors. This river is so perfect. There's good hiking along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, and The Point is relatively close. Potomac River, Harpers Ferry - Dam #3 to Route 340 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II+ Length: 2.5 miles Average Gradient: 5 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.33325 Longitude: -77.75599 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.32628 Longitude: -77.70824 Paddler input for Potomac River, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Potomac River, West Virginia Local climate location: MARTINSBURG FAA AP 10 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Green Country Inn, Brunswick 7 miles away If traveling to Brunswick for a night, a week, a month or more, you'll want to stay at the well-maintained Green Country Inn. The cozy rooms might be small, but they are exceptionally dark and quiet.... Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, Shepherdstown 8 miles away Full-service conference center and health spa on premises. Free wireless high-speed Internet access. Near Historic Shepherdstown, Shepherd University, Harper's Ferry, C and O Canal, Antietam Battlefie... Knights Inn - Charles Town, Charles Town 8 miles away The Charles Town Knights Inn is the perfect lodging choice for business and leisure travelers on a budget. All rooms are clean, comfortable, and economically priced. Included in our low rates are amen...   All West Virginia Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in West Virginia. Books about whitewater paddling on Potomac River, West Virginia List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Potomac River, West Virginia. Find a whitewater outfitter in West Virginia Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Hagerstown-Martinsburg, Maryland-West Virginia Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Hagerstown-Martinsburg, Maryland-West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Potomac River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Potomac River.   Whitewater Near Potomac River: Shenandoah River, Grant Jefferson Loudon County , 2 miles away, Class II-III - 7 miles long (Millville to Harpers Ferry) Shenandoah River, Jefferson County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 3.7 miles long (West Virginia 9 to Millville) Potomac River, Frederick/ Washington County , 7 miles away, Class I-II - 13.5 miles long (Sandy Hook to Point of Rocks) Antietam Creek, Washington County , 8 miles away, Class I-II - 11 miles long (Highway 68 to Potomac River) Shenandoah River, Clarke Jefferson County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 11 miles long (state line to West Virginia 9) Catoctin Creek, Frederick County , 12 miles away, Class I-II - 28.8 miles long (US 40 to Potomac River) Catoctin Creek, Loudon County , 12 miles away, Class II - 4.5 miles long (SR 663 to Potomac Confluence) Antietam Creek, Washington County , 13 miles away, Class I-II - 7 miles long (Oak Bridge to Highway 68) Beaver Creek, Washington County , 14 miles away, Class I(II) - 4.5 miles long (Beaver Creek Park N Ride (I-70) to Alternate Route 40) Middle creek, Frederick County , 18 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 6.3 miles long (Wolfsville to Myersville)   Ski Areas Near Potomac River: Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania , 34 miles away, 650 vertical feet Ski Roundtop, Pennsylvania , 70 miles away, 600 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 77 miles away, 500 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 77 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania , 77 miles away, 520 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 86 miles away, 1100 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 109 miles away, 940 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 112 miles away, 610 vertical feet Wintergreen, Virginia , 113 miles away, 1003 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 113 miles away, 610 vertical feet   Hotels Near Potomac River: Green Country Inn, Brunswick , 7 miles away Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, Shepherdstown , 8 miles away Knights Inn - Charles Town, Charles Town , 8 miles away Comfort Inn Shepherdstown, Shepherdstown , 8 miles away The Inn at Charles Town, Charles Town , 9 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Potomac River: KOA Kampgrounds, Harpers Ferry, 2 miles away Antietam Creek Campground, Washington County, 5 miles away Maple Tree Campground, Rohrersville, 7 miles away   Trails Near Potomac River: Loudoun Heights Trail, Jefferson County , 1 miles away Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Washington County , 4 miles away Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Sussex County , 4 miles away Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Bennington County , 4 miles away Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Jefferson County , 4 miles away   National Parks Near Potomac River: Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, McLean - VA , 3 miles away Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Harpers Ferry - WV , 3 miles away   Lakes Near Potomac River