Attractions / Activities
Hiking and Biking
Appalachian Trail (hiking only) a 2174 mile-long path extending along the east
coast from Maine to Georgia). It takes approximately 5 million footsteps to walk the
entire length of the trail. Appalachian Trail Conference, 799 Washington St., Harpers
Ferry, WV (304) 535-6331 (5 minute walk)
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal ( walking, hiking, jogging, biking) a 183 mile
towpath that stretches along the Potomac River from Cumberland MD to
Georgetown in Washington DC. (301) 739-4200
Maryland Heights (hiking only) towers above the rivers, is one of the area's most
strenuous hikes. This trail has breathtaking views of Harpers Ferry and the rivers.
Water Activities
River Riders Rt. 340, Harpers Ferry, WV (304) 535-2663 or 1 (800) 326-RAFT
River and Trail Outfitters 604 Valley Rd., Knoxville, MD (301) 695-5177
Butts Tubes Rt. 671, Harpers Ferry Rd., Purcellville, VA 1(800) 836-9911
Bicycle Rentals:
River Riders Rt. 340, Harpers Ferry, WV (304) 535-2663 or (800) 326-RAFT
River and Trail Outfitters Rt. 340, Knoxville, MD (301) 695-5177
Horse Back Riding
Elk Mountain Trails You can ride the trails of Harpers Ferry with Elk Mountain Trails.
You will travel on horsebackthrough the Blue Ridge Mountains to the banks of the
two rivers. Open March to December, Saturdays and Sundays, Fridays with
reservations only. 921 Hoffmaster Rd, Knoxville, MD (301) 834-8882