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Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Harpers Ferry Center, 799 Washington Street, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
304-535-6331
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Trails
Activities: Hiking, Camping
Traveller Description: Harpers Ferry is considered by many to be the "psychological halfway point" of the Appalachian Trail.  The Appalachian Trail has many scenic hikes on... more »
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Vienna, VA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Just be advised - the walk to the base of the hill of Harpers Ferry does take you over steps, rocks. etc. Beautiful walk but be prepared for the terrain. More

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Hagerstown, MD
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

The Appalachian Trail through Maryland offers a variety of terrain and scenic vistas, with easy access points. More

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Shepherdstown
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

Nothing like it .Iconic.Many local people have hiked at least some portion of the trail a few have done it all. Often see people coming thru, feel part of a grand adventure. More

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bloomsburg pa
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011

Harpers Ferry is on the Appalachian Trail. Walk across the pedestrian footpath across the river for a breathtaking view. More

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Baltimore
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2011

Enjoyed walking through a small part of the trail, the guides were very helpful and the scenery was beautiful. The weather was perfect and I cannot wait to go back for a longer hike! More

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New England
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2011

Start your visit at the AT Conservancy at 799 Washington Street'; the friendly volunteers (especially Wendell, who was fantastic!) will be glad to show you around this unique place and recommend some hikes in the area. In addition to the downtown Harpers Ferry trails mentioned by the previous reviewer, I was pointed in the direction of Maryland Heights-- a steep,... More

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Ohio
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119 reviews 119 reviews
Reviews in 61 cities Reviews in 61 cities
139 helpful votes 139 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2010
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We spent a little time on the AT at Harpers Ferry, but not enough to even call it a day hike. If you come from the South, when you enter town you come off of the ridge, past Jefferson's Rock, a church, and through a portion of the town. As you head North you'll pass John Brown's Fort and continue... More

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