Paddling the Potomac ($)

July 18, 2025. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Potomac River! This paddle tour is designed to show you the ecosystem, wildlife, and views from the river as we look back to the shoreline of Westmoreland State Park.

This paddle provides excellent views and wildlife sighting opportunities to include, the Horsehead Cliffs (from a safe distance), stratigraphy of the Cliffs, erosion and water as a true natural force, a brief fossil hunting on fossil beach, and significant bird watching opportunities to include special and unscheduled appearances by Bald Eagles, Osprey, Great Blue Herons, and more!

Please sign up and pay in advance for this program at the Visitor Center. The Visitor Center can be reached at 804-493-8821

Guests should meet at the day-use beach and boathouse area. All equipment is provided however participants should wear closed-toed shoes. All children participating should be over 35lbs. Participants should wear a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and bring water and snacks with them.

This paddle begins at the scheduled time and can run for roughly 2 hours. This program has a limited number of spots available. The cost is $20 for a solo kayak and $25 for a tandem kayak.

You may also like the following events from Friends of Westmoreland State Park:

• This Friday, 6th June, 09:00 pm, First Friday in Montross in Montross
• This Saturday, 7th June, 10:00 am, Westmoreland State Park @ Stratford Hall in Montross
• This Saturday, 7th June, 01:00 pm, Clean the Bay Day: Beach Clean Up in Montross

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Montross.