Best Shenandoah River Canoe Camping Trips
Are you looking for the best Shenandoah river canoe camping trips? Picture this: You wake up with the sunrise and hear the Shenandoah River flowing just a few steps away. Boiling water for some coffee, you enjoy a hot cup of energy while the rest of your group wakes up. The only care in the world you have is what flavor of granola bar you’ll end up with after the kids find the snack bag. With another day of river adventure ahead of you. Everyone is already excited to plan another Shenandoah River canoe trip later in the season. Life is good.
This scenario may seem too good to be true, but it is an experience enjoyed on the Shenandoah river every day. A Shenandoah River canoe camping trip may be the secret ingredient you need to plan the perfect family getaway!
At Front Royal Outdoors, we offer everything you might need to make this trip an unforgettable trip.
What is Included in a Front Royal Outdoors Shenandoah River canoe camping trip?
Unless you’re a river expert, planning a multi-day canoe trip can seem tricky. When you plan a trip with Front Royal Outdoors, your group won’t hit the river until you feel prepared and confident to set out canoeing in Virginia.
You come with all of the food and camping supplies your group needs, and we’ll take care of the rest!
- You’ll have everything you need to safely navigate the river, including a canoe, paddles, and a life vest for every adventurer. Each canoe can hold a maximum of three people (two recommended for multi-day trips).
- Enjoy shuttle services to get you and your boat to the landing and back to your car.
- We will discuss basic riverside instruction so you and your group know how to work with the river and handle common safety concerns.
- We’ll give you detailed and easy-to-read maps, so you know where your group is floating at all times. This map will include notable areas, markers, and spots to explore.
- We offer advice on where to pitch camp from rustic options in the George Washington National Forest and options with facilities along the river. An additional option is reserving accommodations at our private Skymont Lodging Facility. No matter what experience you want, we will help you easily plan an excellent spot for your group.
Best Shenandoah River Canoe Camping Trips
These multi-day canoe camping trips are great for families, summer camps, youth groups, or anyone looking to enjoy a few days on the river. There will always be exhilarating fun to find on the river, but the mild rapids and easy navigation make this multi-day river trip an excellent option for those dipping their toes in multi-day river trips for the first time.
Trip 7 – Seekford Landing to Front Royal Outdoors
Distance: 23.5 miles
Duration: 2 days
Trip 7 is the shortest Shenandoah River canoe camping trip we offer. Hopping in at mile marker 16, you’ll get to kick off the trip with an exciting Class II rapid: Compton Rapid. You will paddle through fun riffles and other rapids, and enjoy views of towering cliffs and the Shenandoah River State Park.
Trip 7A – Bixler Bridge Landing to Bentonville Landing
Distance: 28 miles
Duration: 2 days
This river trip explores a different part of the river, so if you’ve already tried Trip 7, Trip 7A would be a great new experience! Starting at mile marker 0, the first good rapid you’ll navigate is Mill Dam Rapid. Next, you’ll paddle past Hawksbill Creek, best the exciting Class II Compton Rapid and see multiple Indian fish dams along the river.
Trip 8 – Bixler Bridge Landing to Front Royal Outdoors
Distance: 40 miles
Duration: 3 days
Trip 8 is the longest Shenandoah River canoe camping trip on our list. , This Shenandoah River trip is stretched over three days and is excellent for people who want to get lost on the river (without actually getting lost, of course!).
You will get to experience every rapid, riffle and view that exists between mile marker 0 and mile marker 40. From the exhilarating 2-foot drop of The Ledge rapid at marker 23 to the exciting Karo Rapid as a finale to your trip. You will enjoy three full days of excitement, fun, and river adventures.
No family or group trip will ever be perfect. But you can get darn-near close when you’re canoeing in Virginia on the Shenandoah River. So if you want to plan a Shenandoah River canoe camping trip, reach out to our team with questions or book your adventure today!
