Shenandoah River Trips

Get Ready For Your Adventure


Front Royal Outdoors offers the best weekday and weekend rates on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River! We also offer the most Shenandoah River trip options and packages in the area. All of our Shenandoah River trips are self-guided with shuttle service included. For any trip you choose, come to our office and we take it from there!

Reservations are always recommended, especially for weekends, but not required. Online reservations must be made at least 2 hours prior to arrival. Phone-in reservations must be made at least one day in advance. We recommend making large group and holiday weekend reservations at least one week in advance. Weekday reservations are usually not needed, but recommended for large groups to guarantee availability.

And before you book, always check on our Shenandoah River paddling conditions page which will indicate which trips you should choose.

How it Works

Each of our offerings requires adventurers to choose how long they would like to experience the Shenandoah River and on which watercraft they would like to use during their trip. For all of the trip selections below, your transportation to and from the river is included.

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Pick Your Trip

Choose from various Shenandoah River sections below. Each section of the river will include a put-in and take-out. These two access points determine the duration of your trip.

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Pick Your Activity

Choose from our wide selection of watercraft. Front Royal Outdoors provides all the necessary gear needed to experience the river via Kayak, Canoe, Raft, SUP, & River Tube.

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Enjoy the River

Once you’ve booked your trip, get ready for your Shenandoah River adventure! Explore additional resources on what you should bring & check out our river conditions page for the latest updates.

Making a Reservation

Choose Your Adventure from the Links Below

Online reservations are recommended and require payment in full at the time of booking. Groups that qualify for discounted rates should call the office to make the reservation. Call-in reservations still require a credit card to confirm the booking, but we’ll wait to process the card until the day of the trip. See our cancellation policy on the FAQ page.

Also, please remember that we operate rain or shine. We look forward to seeing you on the river!

Half-Day Trips

Our most popular trips! Experience the best of the Shenandoah River with our half-day river trips at Front Royal Outdoors. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, navigate exciting rapids, and create unforgettable memories as our expert guides ensure an exhilarating and safe adventure for all.

Trip #1

Starting at $41
3 Miles
3-4 Hours
Rafts, Kayaks, Canoes, & SUPs

Our most popular trip and the best for families with young children! Trip 1 takes you from Karo Landing to Front Royal Outdoors and is great for all kinds of watercraft due to its soft currents and easy floating. Featuring stunning scenery and a mix of paddling opportunities, river lovers come back year-after-year to experience this iconic Shenandoah River trip.

State Park #2

Starting at $50
5 Miles
2-3 Hours
Rafts, Kayaks, & Canoes

Floating from Shenandoah River State Park to Karo Landing for 5 miles, this is a great paddling trip for canoes, kayaks, and rafts. This is a great float for a wide variety of skill levels and ages, but we don’t recommend it when the river flow gauge is below 1.8 feet.

Trip #2

Starting at $47
7 Miles
3-4 Hours
Rafts, Kayaks, Canoes, & SUPs

Our most popular half day trip! Trip 2 takes you from Karo Landing to Front Royal landing and is perfect for all kinds of waterfcraft. This 7-mile trip is the perfect adventure for those who want to get the most out of a half day Shenandoah River trip.

State Park #3

Starting at $50
7 Miles
3-4 Hours
Rafts, Kayaks, & Canoes

Trip SP3 takes you from Shenandoah River State Park to Front Royal Outdoors, mile marker 40. Featuring 8 miles of paddling fun for canoes, kayaks, and rafts. However, we do not recommend this trip when the river flow gauge is below 1.8 feet.

Full-Day Trips

Embark on an epic full-day river adventure with Front Royal Outdoors, where the Shenandoah River becomes your playground.

Trip #3

Starting at $50
11.5 Miles
5-6 Hours
Rafts, Kayaks, Canoes, & SUPs

During normal-to-above-average river flows, Trip 3 is a popular option for canoes, kayaks, and rafts. Floating from Bentonville Landing (mile marker 28) to Front Royal Outdoors, experience some of the finest floating in Virginia on this full day Shenandoah River trip.

Trip #4

Starting at $50
12 Miles
5-6 Hours
Rafts, Kayaks, Canoes, & SUPs

Escape the crowds and experience a gorgeous Shenandoah River trip where you will paddle from Seekfords Landing for 12 miles and take out at Bentonville Landing. Trip 4 is especially popular for rafting and features abundant wildlife and scenery.

State Park #4

Starting at $53
12 Miles
5-6 Hours
Canoes & Kayaks

Trip SP4 is one of our longer day trips at 12 miles in length and is one of the best floats for those who want cool off with a refreshing swim in the river during their paddling trip. We recommend that you book this trip when the river flow gauge is above 1.8 feet.

Trip #5

Starting at $53
16 Miles
5-6 Hours
Canoes & Kayaks

Trip 5 is our longest day trip coming in at 16 miles in length and features some of the finest scenery in the Shenandoah River valley. Featured some more advanced river features, this is a great float for those who want to challenge themselves and put their paddling skills to the test. This float is best when the river flow gauge is above 1.8 feet.

State Park Trip 3

Starting at $50
16 Miles
5-6 Hours
Canoes & Kayaks

Trip SP3 is a great float for those who want to experience some of the finest fishing in Virginia. Featuring 16 miles of prime smallmouth bass habitat, anglers will revel in the serenity and quality fishing opportunities on this Shenandoah River trip. Given this float’s length and topography, we recommend this trip when the river flow gauge is above 1.8 feet.

Multi-Day Trips

Take to the Shenandoah River for multiple days! On this tranquil exploration of nature’s wonders, our multi-day trips provide the ultimate escape into the heart of the Shenandoah.

State Park #5

Starting at $91
18.5 Miles
2 Days
Canoes & Kayaks

For those who want an immersive Shenandoh River trip experience, book our SP5 trip for a relaxing and picturesque float from Burners Ford to Front Royal Outdoors. Advance camping reservations are required at state park to make this trip possible.

Trip #7

Starting at $87
23 Miles
2 Days
Rafts, Canoes, & Kayaks

Trip 7 is our most popular overnight trip and features camping at either mile 24 or Low Water Bridge Campground. Paddlers will experience amazing scenery and fun floating, making for an unforgettable Shenandoah River trip.

Trip #7a

Starting at $91
28 Miles
2 Days
Canoes & Kayaks

Trip 7A is a fantastic float on the Shenandoah River featuring quality camping options and beginner-to-intermediate paddling experiences. When you book this trip with Front Royal Outdoors, we provide camping recommendations but advance state park reservations are necessary to secure your campsite.

State Park #6

Starting at $116
32 Miles
3 Days
Canoes & Kayaks

Paddlers of beginner-to-intermediate experience levels will love our 3-day canoe or kayak excursion. Trip SP6 features a 32-mile journey along some of the most beautiful scenery in the Shenandoah valley. For camping, advanced reservations are required to secure your state park campsite.

Trip #8

Starting at $111
40 Miles
3 Days
Rafts, Canoes, & Kayaks

Our most popular 3-day float trip! This 40-mile journey is chock full of breathtaking scenery, wildlife, and easy floating — perfect for paddlers of all ages and skill levels. When you book with Front Royal Outdoors, we recommend the best campsites to stay at, making trip planning easy for you and your crew.

Lodging

Stay and float when you book our lodging near Shenandoah National Park! From quality cabin rentals to luxury glamping tents, make the most of your trip to the Shenandoah valley.

Glamping

Starting at $125/night

Choose from three different luxury glamping tents: Blue Ridge, Massanutten, or Valley. Located on a bluff overlooking the Shenandoah valley, experience breathtaking views and tranquility during your stay at Front Royal Outdoors.

Cabins

Starting at $225/night

We have two unique cabin rental options: The Skymont Cottage and Three Chimneys Cabin. Each of our cabin rentals near Shenandoah National Park feature all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay and the best part, we’re pet friendly!