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Appalachian Trail / Loudoun Heights (#1)

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, (304) 535-6029

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Difficulty: Hard

Loudon Heights


Site of an important Civil War skirmish resulting in the Confederate occupation of Harpers Ferry in 1862. Today, Loudoun Heights is part of the Appalachian Trail, offering panoramic views of Harpers Ferry and the Shenandoah Valley.






Facilities, hours, and connections:

  • No facilities
  • Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Connects to the Appalachian Trail

Tips And Insights from Visitors

  • By: Glenn Gillis Apr 22, 2008 4:07 PM
    The Appalchian Trail leaves the Shenandoah River at Harpers Ferry and climbs to Loudoun Heights. Leave the A.T. on the blue blazed Loud... (read more)
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  • By: Gem Mar 28, 2008 6:17 PM
    I've only made it a short way down the trail at this access point. To me, it had a totally different feel from the other access points... (read more)
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