River Level

Little Falls on the Potomac

Most recent measurement: 12:45 AM EDT on April 26, 2024

Playspots

The original Potomac River guide to playspots was produced by David Mackintosh circa 1997, the era when the XXX and 007 were the hot playboats. Dave was also a hairboater and a regular on the falls.

Below is a listing of the playspots that are "in" at the current level (see above). This data is provisional and for informational purposes only. Inaccuracies may be present because of instrument malfunctions or physical changes at the measurement site. Paddle at your own risk.

Low

Best

High

Name

2.7

3.7

4.0

Maryland Chute

3.6

4.0

S-Turn

3.6

4.0

S-Turn

2.7

3.9

4.2

Virginia Chute Wave

2.5

4.0

4.5

Wet Bottom

*green = "in play"

DISCLAIMER: The data used in this app is provisional and for informational purposes only. Inaccuracies may be present because of instrument malfunctions or physical changes at the measurement site. Users are cautioned to consider carefully the provisional nature of the information before using it for decisions that concern personal or public safety or the conduct of business that involves substantial monetary or operational consequences.