Very long hiking trail spanning over 2,100 miles and 14 states.
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Aug 18, 2023
The Appalachian trail through this are goes past historical Storer college, Jefferson's Rock, Harpers Cemetery, church ruins and across the Winchester and Potomac Railroad Bridge. The views from the… Full review by TheAngeloS
Jun 29, 2023
PROS * Part of iconic epic famous hiking trail * Good hiking- not easy/not too difficult * Very good views and scenery * Easy to access and egress from roads and civilization * The trail passes the A… Full review by Ivisitedtheplace
Dec 25, 2022
If you'd like to walk even a small part of the AT, it's easy to do while in/around Harpers Ferry. Uphill and downhill if making it part of a walk from the Harpers Ferry parking lot. Full review by Emily4023
I am planning a trip to Harper's Ferry and Gettysburg in October. How long should I plan at each place? We aren't experienced hikers, but will want to get out and see the trail.
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We spent one day in Harper's Ferry last year. The morning and early afternoon was for hiking and the afternoon was for seeing the historical sites. My brother did not think that was …
We spent one day in Harper's Ferry last year. The morning and early afternoon was for hiking and the afternoon was for seeing the historical sites. My brother did not think that was enough time to see the sites, but it was enough for my 76 year old mom and me! I would highly recommend the Maryland Heights Trail, which is just across the bridge from Harper's Ferry. It was an incredible view of Harper's Ferry at the top.
hi we are driving to take a short hike and see the town where did you start that you ended up in the town? we;d like to do that Did you start at the vistors center? thanks
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I don't live to far from Harpers Ferry so I either drive or ride my bike to the town. If you are riding you can park at the Brunswick, MD train station, about 7 miles away and ride north to …
I don't live to far from Harpers Ferry so I either drive or ride my bike to the town. If you are riding you can park at the Brunswick, MD train station, about 7 miles away and ride north to Harpers Ferry. Harpers Ferry, WV is a very nice area to visit. You have the C&O canal, to hike and bike, you also have a number of small quaint shops to browse and but things, as well as shops associated with the Civil War. The confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers makes for a very peaceful time to sit and relax along the banks overlooking the rivers. At times throughout the year, re-enactment players appear to reenact the Civil War, which Harpers Ferry played a large role with John Brown, the Abolishonist. On the Maryland side of the Potomac River, there is Maryland Heights, about 200 feet above Harpers Ferry, which give you the hiker a breathtaking view of the entire area. If you arrive to the area early enough, you can park over there and make the hike up the trail. Bring water and snacks. The appalachian trail conservancy is in town to help the hikers as they cross through the unofficial midway point of the trail. Park in the train station parking lot, controlled by the National Park Service, and enjoy the day.
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