Guides
Fun for all levels. Very scenic.
This is probably one of my favorite trails to ride my mountain bike. Not only is there great scenery but there is a bit of history with the train station as well. I typically start out at the parking lot that is gravel by the train station then head on the pavement towards the Thurmond-Mindon trail head. From then on it is a slight railroad grade...
Take in spectacular views along the Pond Run Circuit in George Washington National Forest
The trail is steep and rough at times so this is only for experienced hikers. From its start on Waites Run, this circuit climbs some 1300+ feet at times on a steep and rough footway, for about 2 miles along Pond Run. Then the trail takes a side trip to an old fire tower site on Halfmoon Lookout where the views are nothing short of spectacular!
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Loudon Heights This high ground was occupied by Confederate general John George Walker during the Battle of Harpers Ferry, September 12-September 15, 1862. Loudoun Heights was also the site of a night attack made on January 10, 1864, by Col. John S. Mosby's Rangers against Major Henry A. Cole's 1st Potomac Home Brigade Maryland Volunteer Cavalry. Mosby's...
A nice dog-friendly and family-friendly trail for hiking, running, and biking
This is a nice Hiking/Running/Biking run. Little Beaver "ain't no joke" so to speak when it comes to difficulty. This trail, Laurel Creek, offers a variety of difficulty. You will first go over about 1/10th of a mile of rocks before you cross paths with Laurel Creek. Deer can be seen as well as squirrel and you will most likely run across many of...
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
This trail guide takes you on a history tour of Harpers Ferry Lower Town. The history of Harpers Ferry has few parallels in the American drama. It is more than one event, one date, or one individual. It is multi-layered – involving a diverse number of people and events that influenced the course of our nation's history. Harpers Ferry witnessed...
Virginuis Island Trail to Maryland Heights Trail
Take a walk through Harpers Ferry Trails. Harpers Ferry town is dog friendly. The trails are well shaded until you walk on the bridge towards the Maryland Heights trail. Enjoy the day walking or jogging through the trails.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
From his command post near Halltown, "Stonewall" Jackson methodically and deliberately positioned his cannons "to drive the enemy" into extinction. Indeed, Confederate artillery fire upon Harpers Ferry was effective and demoralizing. Colonel William H. Trimble of the 60th Ohio wrote that there was "not a place where you could lay the palm of your hand...
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
In 1894, Washington, D.C. journalist Kate Field, who had a keen interest in preserving memorabilia of John Brown, spearheaded a campaign to return the fort to Harpers Ferry. Local resident Alexander Murphy made five acres available to Miss Field, and the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad offered to ship the disassembled fort to Harpers Ferry free of charge....
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
This guide consists of family/dog friendly trails. For a shorter hike, you may start at the parking lot under the Route 340 bridge. There is a public restroom located next to the book store and places to sit throughout Shenandoah Street. Enjoy a fun and educational day at Harpers Ferry! The history of Harpers Ferry has few parallels in the American...
Trips
Light but scenic and historic hike.
Tri State 12 Mile Harpers Ferry Hike - TEMPLATE
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, United States
Hiking | 13.2 miles
Hiking | 13.2 miles
Great weekend of camping, fishing, hiking, and a little geocaching.
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A 9 mile hike from Spruce Knob, the highest point in West Virginia. The hike passes through Judy Springs and exits via Seneca Creek Trail. Judy Springs,
a lovely meadow nestled between the ridges, is a excellent backpack location.
Great hike. 66 degrees in the middle of July is insane. The views and terrain were great. Didn't see a soul.
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The one-way hike to Hanging Rock is about one mile. The first few hundred feet are a bit steep but then things level out. Most of the hike is on the Allegheny Trail but the last couple of hundred feet depart on a separate trail.At the top is a former fire tower with a balcony running running all around. You have a fantastic 360 degree view. It's really beautiful.
