Local Rivers
Shenandoah - Milleville Section
Class 2-4 (Water Dependent)
Much like John Denver the MDCC calls the Shenandoah river home. Whether you hear someone in MDCC mention the staircase, the Doah, Bridge to Bridge, BTB, or a Millville run they're talking about the beautiful Shenandoah river. This scenic river located along historic Harper's Ferry offers a playground of whitewater appropriate for all paddlers. At low levels (0-3ft.) it makes for a great beginner friendly training ground. Medium levels (3-7ft.) invite hours of endless surfing, and high levels (7-25ft.) create a challenge that draws big water enthusiasts from all over.
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Potomac "Needles"
Class 2
This stretch of river offers scenic views of Harper's Ferry and the surrounding Appalachian mountains. Not only is this river beautiful, but it offers a perfect beginner friendly whitewater run. This river is a great option for newer paddlers or as a low water backup to the Shenandoah. Typically ran between 0.5-4ft. this river can start to wash out with higher water, but is still navigable when under a foot. If you are new to the club and looking for an introduction this is a perfect option.
Lower Antietam Creek
Class 2
This section is primarily characterized by Class I-II water on this narrow creek. Spring-fed, it holds water longer than other small streams in the area. Paddlers must watch out for downed trees, which can pose serious hazards on this tree-lined run.
The creek flows through Antietam battlefield and near the end of the run the gradient picks up as you approach the Potomac River. Near the end Furnace Rapids is a long Class II that can be scouted on the left. Immediately below is a bridge which offers a take out with limited parking. Continue down the Potomac River and paddle upstream to the larger takeout.
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