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The hike certainly is challenging if you don't pace yourself. Despite the time of day and year I went it still had plenty of people also trekking up and down the trail. Follow the path and you'll get to the scenic overlook that waits at the end. It's a great view. I can only imagine how it would look in the fall.
For those hiking up with pets, two things worth mentioning:
1. Once the trail opens up to the overlook be sure your dog is able to listen to your commands as it is a cliff and any pulling and tugging may cause you to lose balance...not necessarily to fall to your end but because it's no longer a path but rather stones and rocks on a hill you can easily lose your balance.
2. I'm not sure if it's the locals or those visiting but the majority of dog owners there have POORLY TRAINED dogs. 90 percent of the dogs there start aggressively barking and lunging as soon as they see each other or when they saw my dog and I walking up. Didn't matter what breed. There were huskies, black labs, australian shepherds, dobbermans. All which are wonderful breeds that are obedient when trained well, but it was clear all these owners had no control over their dogs... so be relatively cautious if you take your dog on the hike up with you.
For those hiking up with pets, two things worth mentioning:
1. Once the trail opens up to the overlook be sure your dog is able to listen to your commands as it is a cliff and any pulling and tugging may cause you to lose balance...not necessarily to fall to your end but because it's no longer a path but rather stones and rocks on a hill you can easily lose your balance.
2. I'm not sure if it's the locals or those visiting but the majority of dog owners there have POORLY TRAINED dogs. 90 percent of the dogs there start aggressively barking and lunging as soon as they see each other or when they saw my dog and I walking up. Didn't matter what breed. There were huskies, black labs, australian shepherds, dobbermans. All which are wonderful breeds that are obedient when trained well, but it was clear all these owners had no control over their dogs... so be relatively cautious if you take your dog on the hike up with you.
A breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.
The two hiking trails are well-maintained, providing both a rewarding challenge and a peaceful journey.
The historical significance of the area adds depth to the experience.
A must-visit for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
The two hiking trails are well-maintained, providing both a rewarding challenge and a peaceful journey.
The historical significance of the area adds depth to the experience.
A must-visit for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Trail is about 5 miles total to the top and back to Harpers Ferry not very difficult. Plan to go on a day when the weather calls for clear sky so you can have better visibility at the overlook.
You can check out the old sign there to see how Harpers Ferry had change over the decades. The view is definitely worth the hike.
You can check out the old sign there to see how Harpers Ferry had change over the decades. The view is definitely worth the hike.
90-minute loop — if you’re superfit. Lol. 3/4 of the way to the overlook is uphill climb. Last 1/4 was downhill. Took me around 2.5 hours to get to the overlook ; and 163bpm. Overlook never fails to amaze me. Worth it.
Great hike! Takes about 45 mins up to the lookout and 40 mins back. If you're not used to walking at such an incline your legs WILL hurt the next day, but the views will be worth it ;)
It is a long hike. A lot of the areas are long steep uphill hiking parts. The last bit is a rocky downhill path.
But when you get to the end, there are beautiful views of the Harper's Ferry areas. These views made it all worth it.
Please be careful, take plenty of rest breaks, and have plenty of water to stay hydrated and healthy snacks.
But when you get to the end, there are beautiful views of the Harper's Ferry areas. These views made it all worth it.
Please be careful, take plenty of rest breaks, and have plenty of water to stay hydrated and healthy snacks.
The hike to the top of Maryland heights is a little strenuous due to the elevation. But the view is worth it at the end.
It does getting crowded during the afternoon. I like to hike in the morning as it’s a little cooler and less crowded. The view at the top is amazing.
It does getting crowded during the afternoon. I like to hike in the morning as it’s a little cooler and less crowded. The view at the top is amazing.
Nice weekend getaway in the dmv area.
The Maryland heights trail is in a loop shape, along the trail you go up and downs, but the destination overlook allows you to have a bird view of the town and natural landscapes.
Pet friendly, but the free shuttle bus doesn’t allow dog to be onboard, which is a bummer. If you park at the Harpers Ferry National Park visitor parking, there’s roughly 2-3miles of walk before you arrive the entrance to the Maryland heights trail.
The Maryland heights trail is in a loop shape, along the trail you go up and downs, but the destination overlook allows you to have a bird view of the town and natural landscapes.
Pet friendly, but the free shuttle bus doesn’t allow dog to be onboard, which is a bummer. If you park at the Harpers Ferry National Park visitor parking, there’s roughly 2-3miles of walk before you arrive the entrance to the Maryland heights trail.
Nice place for a quiet walk
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I don't like nature a lot but if I did, I would love this place. The lake was astonishing and the forest beautiful.
Went there and there was not a public access to this place because we ended up with seeing a lot of private signs. Probably Google maps bug there is not road to there or a private place!
I drove an hour out of my way to ride my MTB there. It's foot traffic only
I walked the property line and list everything looks pretty good!
Sooo Peaceful with lots of trails
Drops steeply from the parking lot up on the hill down to the river; then follows the road toward town. The first part (hill) is pretty if you’re going down and murder if you’re going up. A few tiny waterfalls are nice. The rest of the way is along the road- noisy and not very scenic. Next time, I’ll just take the free shuttle.
Nice hike but super busy on the weekends, easy access though...
Beautiful and challenging trail from the park and ride area of the National Park down to the Shenandoah river. I didn't take the trail all the way to it's end in tow. but there is a lot of elevation change in the first mile of the trail so be prepared. Saw a waterfall, several deer and other wildlife and some gorgeous views of the river and landscape.
Quaint trail from Visitor’s Center. Steep decline to Shoreline Drive having natural stones for stairs along a stream with a waterfall. Good introductory for Harpers Ferry National Park!
Nice fishing a good hunting area go there to hunt a lot
A nice class 3
3.0 drop. Not difficult, but isolated, as is this entire run. Also note, the river is wide, ie. you can get pretty far from shore out in the middle. Huge volume of water.
Beautiful place
Great river access location.