Maryland Heights

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Part of Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, which can be found on the internet here: www.nps.gov/archive/hafe/maps/maryland.htm

Moderately difficult trail leads to an excellent view of Harpers Ferry and the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers.

Description from LocalHikes.com:

"History combined with beauty! This is a hike over well-marked trails with many interpretive signs along the way. There are some steep climbs and some rocky terrain.
The first park of the hike features a spectacular overlook of Harpers Ferry and the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers. However, it doesn't come easily. The trail climbs steadily up a picturesque stream valley to a side trail leading to the overlook. The Overlook Trail descends for .5 mi, but is worth it! For a shorter hike (2.8), return the same way you came.

"The second part of the hike includes much history. The trail climbs to the ridge passing remains of fortifications built by the Union forces in 1862 after their defeat at Harpers Ferry. There are ammunition pits, breastworks, powder magizines, and gun batteries along the trail. The remains of the main fort are at the summit of Maryland Heights. A military camp was located in the level area just below the summit."

www.localhikes.com/Hikes/Maryland_Heights_8872.asp

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