The largest snow tubing hill on the East Coast is officially open for the season, and it’s right within day-trip distance from the District!
The snow in question is none other than the iconic Snow Riders Tubing Hill at River Riders, located in the charming and historic town of Harpers Ferry, WV, along the borders of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Where is the East Coast’s longest snow tubing hill
As mentioned above, the River Riders’ incredible Snow Riders Tubing Hill in Harpers Ferry, WV, is the longest on the East Coast, measuring in at around 900 feet long!
The River Riders family adventure resort’s exact address is 408 Alstadts Hill Road, which is just under 1.5 hours away from the District, making it a manageable trek for those interested in turning a visit into a day trip.
Fortunately, for those interested in turning the trip into a weekend getaway, several great overnight options in town will keep you cozy and help make the weekend memorable.
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What to expect when you visit Snow Riders Tubing Hill in Harpers Ferry?
First, it’s worth noting that prices throughout the season may fluctuate depending on demand and availability.
- Adult tickets start at $34 per person but may get to around $49 each.
- Kiddie tubing tickets tend to cost around $10 each.
Included in the cost of admission is 1.5 hours of access to the tubing hill, which includes:
- 12 side-by-side tubing lanes
- Unlimited sledding within those 1.5 hours
- Access to a ‘Magic Carpet’ that will carry you and your tube to the top of the hill.
- Experience the daily “Downhill Disco” that begins around 5 pm, which projects a colorful light show onto the slopes while playing music.
- Ideal tubing conditions, as snow machines are used to maintain the slopes.
For those smaller than the 36-inch height minimum for the normal tubing hill, there is also a Kiddie Hill, which is a small and more safe environment for the littlest among us to try tubing and experience the snow.
Not included in the price of admission but still definitely a part of the experience are the hot chocolates and other seasonal treats that can be enjoyed fireside as you watch others slide down the tubing hill!