Harpers Ferry

Nearly half a million people visit the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park each year. Harpers Ferry is mostly known for the confrontation between the abolitionist John Brown and his followers on the one side and federal troops commanded by a certain Robert E Lee on the other side.
While the attack in 1859 failed and Brown was hanged shortly thereafter, it is said to have contributed greatly to the outbreak of the American Civil War in 1861.

By car

Harpers Ferry is located at the junction of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers, where the states of West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia meet. To reach it, take Interstate 70 to Frederick Maryland, and exit on US 340 west for about 15 miles.

By train

Harpers Ferry train is served by several weekday MARC commuter trains from Washington D.C., operated by the Maryland Transit Administration. Also, Amtrak serves the town with its Capitol Limited service between Washington D.C. and Chicago. is located at 112 Potomac St.

Walk

Harpers Ferry is a town directly located along the Appalachian Trail, as well as the C & O Canal trail. Located at a crossroads of these two trails, it is an extremely popular starting or ending point for backpackers completing sections of either trail.

• Harpers Ferry National Historic Park

  phone: +1 304 535-6029

• Harpers Ferry Zip Line / Canopy Tour

  address: 408 Alstadts Hill Rd
  The Zip Line at River Riders will bring you breathtaking scenery as you soar among the trees and along the beautiful Potomac River.
  During River Riders' guided Zip Line/Canopy Tour you fly high above the ground along various length zips. The tour is a 2 to 2 1/2 hour experience and is geared toward those approximately 10 years of age and older and between 70 - 250lbs. Fly through the air, as you immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of our historic waterfront location.
• River activities White water rafting, canoeing, inner tubing.
• Backpacking The Appalachian Trail passes through Harpers Ferry.

• River Riders

  address: 408 Alstadts Hill Rd
  West Virginia water rafting, tubing, Zip Line Canopy Tours, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, and fishing adventures on the beautiful Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers (class I-III) in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia where Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia come together.

• Outdoor Adventure Camp

  address: 408 Alstadts Hill Rd
  Join our family-owned and operated outdoor adventure summer day camp in beautiful, history rich Harpers Ferry, West Virginia for an amazing week that you’ll never forget! This special program attracts all types of children!
  Your week is fun and educational. Children will have the opportunity to participate in all of the activities that we offer at River Riders. In addition during their free time, we'll teach them the basics of guiding and river safety. Goals for your child include: increased confidence, learning, building character, sense of accomplishment, fun, and friendship.

• Team Building by Nature

  address: 408 Alstadts Hill Rd
  Action learning / team building programs are designed to develop leadership qualities and enhance group effectiveness.
  Build your group unity on the trails and rivers of the beautiful Harpers Ferry area near Washington, DC, Northern VA and Baltimore, MD yet outside of your normal daily environment. Watch how experiential education strengthens the bond between group members and refocuses energy on important issues.
  Through "action learning" - using actual experiences as a learning tool, River Riders helps group members gain valuable insight into their interactions with each other.

• Harpers Ferry Marina -boat ramp /river access

  address: 1816 Potomac St
  A beautiful deep water section of the Potomac River near Harpers Ferry in Jefferson County is available for your boating pleasure. A four mile section of deep water runs from our campground to above the Dargan Bend Boat Ramp in Maryland. Pontoon boats, fishing boats, water skiing, wake boarding, and jet skis are welcome. Pitch your tent and tie your boat up out front. Bring your RV as well. There are no hook-ups, but for those willing to rough-it, it is a beautiful unique location

• River & Trail Outfitters

  phone: +1-301-695-5177
  address: 604 Valley Road Knoxville, MD 21758
  Outdoor Adventure Outfitter with whitewater rafting tours on both the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers. Other outdoor activities include kayaking, canoeing, hiking, climbing and camping.

• River Riders

  address: 408 Alstadts Hill Rd
  White water rafting, tubing, Zip Line Canopy Tours, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, and fishing adventures on the beautiful Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers (class I-III) in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia where Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia come together. Canoes, kayaks, rafting and river equipment, rescue equipment, boating and fishing equipment available for sale.

• River & Trail OutfittersCanoes, kayaks, and rafting equipment for rent and sale. Guided trips.

• Outfitters General Store & Bike Shop Great hiking and outdoors equipment & gear, Harper's Ferry memorabilia and gifts, snacks, knives, excellent customer service, and great atmosphere.

• Cannonball Deli

  phone: +1 304-535-1762
  address: 148 High Street
  A hole in the wall with delicious and varied choices, including gyros, subs, hamburgers, and pasta. Popular with National Park Rangers on lunch breaks.

• Scoop's Ice Cream

  phone: +1 304-535-6654
  address: 173 Potomac St

• The Anvil Restaurant

  phone: +1 304-535-2582
  address: 1290 W Washington St
  Washington Street. Rustic casual dining and cocktails.

• The Country Cafe

  phone: +1 304 535-2327
  address: 1715 W. Washington St.
  Casual cafe serving breakfast and lunch since 1989.

• Harpers Ferry Vacation Rental

  phone: +1 304 535-2663
  address: 408 Alstadts Hill Rd

• The Jackson Rose B&B

  phone: +1 304 535-1528
  address: 1167 Washington St
  Historic home and former Civil War headquarters of Stonewall Jackson.

• The Anglers Inn

  phone: +1 304 535-1239
  address: 867 Washington St
  1900s Victorian home. Guided fishing trips available.

• Washington House Bed and Breakfast

  address: S. George St
  In charming Colonial Charles Town, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains where the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers meet, the Washington House Inn is a wonderful example of late Victorian architecture. Built in 1899, by descendants of President Washington's brothers John Augustine and Samuel.

• Between The Rivers B&B

  phone: +1 304 535-2768
  address: 597 E Ridge St
  Private guest cottage in historic Harpers Ferry

• Harpers Ferry Hostel

  phone: +1 301 834-7652
  address: 19123 Sandy Hook Road, Knoxville, Maryland
  Just up the hill from the C&O Canal Towpath and the Appalachian Trail, the Harpers Ferry Hostel is located in Knoxville, MD - a short two miles from the Harpers Ferry National Historic Park. Free Pancake Breakfast and internet access. Camping available outside for $8 per person.

Camping

• Camping Harpers Ferry30 waterfront tent or trailer sites on the Potomac River. primitive $25.

• Harpers Ferry KOA300 tent or trailer sites. Hook ups.

• Antietam National Battlefield is minutes away, it is one of the most significant battlefields of the Civil War
• Shepherdstown is a quaint small town with upscale dining and bed and breakfast inns.