Frequently asked questions harpers ferry national historical park. Two popular and scenic class iii whitewater runs on the potomac and shenandoah rivers converge in harper s ferry, yet there are only 3 public parking spaces at the takeout and the only public put ins are far upstream on both rivers. The period between 18611865 proved especially devastating for the otherwise quiet little town. Between the rivers map harpers ferry, west virginia. On the potomac watch out for the snarl of the mad dog and hold onto your boots as you ride the wild white horse. Water begins flowing out of the open tunnel between the potomac and lower town harpers ferry, flooding the very end of shenandoah street. Harpers ferry national historical park is located at the confluence of the potomac and shenandoah rivers in and around harpers ferry, west virginia. Examples of such places are the pyramids of egypt, the energy vortexes around sedona, arizona, and the spot directly between the legs of pedro, the ninetysevenfoottall mascot of south of the border near dillon, south carolina. Check out our duckie trips liability waivers at the time of booking, all guests must fill out a liability waiver for each participant in a. Two rivers guest house harpers ferry hotel guide 2020. Cabin rentals on the potomac near harpers ferry, md.
You live in the midatlantic region or are visiting washington, d. Between the rivers lodging 597 e ridge st, harpers. The 10 best harpers ferry bed and breakfasts of 2020 with. Its a welcoming home where you can relax after a day of exploring harpers ferry. Between the rivers bed and breakfast, harpers ferry, west. In harpers ferry, hilltop house, a luxury hotel plan. The baltimore and ohio railroad crossings at the potomac river are a set of railroad bridges that span the potomac river between maryland heights, maryland and harpers ferry, west virginia in the united states. Harpers ferry lies in the northern corner of the shenandoah valley just inside. Harpers ferry, potomac highlands, west virginia, south, united states, north america latitude. Harpers ferry, a historic civil war town, is at the confluence of 2 major rivers. When visiting harpers ferry today, one can see how the shenandoah and potomac gracefully come together, flowing eastward to the chesapeake bay as the potomac river.
Map shewing sic vicinity of harpers ferry, virginia. National weather service advanced hydrologic prediction. Located at the base of a hill where the potomac and shenandoah rivers meet, harpers ferrys uniquely strategic trading position made it an attractive prize for both sides during the civil war. According to the united states geological survey, harpers ferry may experience a flood over 20 feet every 5 to 10 years. The space fully equipped with all of the comforts of home. The combined flow is known solely as the potomac after that, and it continues downstream to its mouth at the chesapeake bay.
Steep wooded mountains surround the town, and the waters of the potomac and the shenandoah rivers divide maryland, west virginia and virginia at this point. The anglers inn is a victorian bed and breakfast located in historic harpers ferry, wv. The registered agent on file for this company is elayne edel and is located at 597 east ridge street, harpers ferry, wv 25425. Between the rivers is a business providing services in the field of lodging. The 1936 flood, which reached a record height of 36.
Harpers ferry national historical park parking lots are temporarily closed as. The park includes land in jefferson county, west virginia. River riders staff application harpers ferry rafting. This confluence of rivers is bordered by three states. The companys filing status is listed as active and its file number is 481886. Most of shenandoah street, except between the bookshop and john browns fort, is flooded. The carriage inn bed and breakfast in charles town, harpers ferry. Barn at two rivers reception venues harpers ferry, wv. Rivers and streams harpers ferry national historical park u.
Public screaming matches erupt between neighbors, and death threats have been reported to the police. Two years later, the town of harpers ferry was established as shenandoah falls at mr. The potomac and shenandoah rivers meet in the small historic town of harper s ferry west virginia. Waterpower at harpers ferry harpers ferry national. Scenic views of the potomac and shenandoah rivers can be found a stroll away. The following information is available for two rivers guest house. In addition, the studio offers various classes and workshops. It was a main precipitating incident to the american civil war.
My power place is harpers ferry, west virginia, where the potomac and shenandoah rivers meet. Check the weather for the harpers ferry area for the last week. The park is managed by the national park service, an agency of the u. What two rivers and three states meet near harpers ferry. By september, 1862, when stonewall jackson advanced on harpers ferry, the post was illprepared to meet him. Rome2rio makes travelling from pittsburgh to harpers ferry easy. The business is located in 597 e ridge st, harpers ferry, wv 25425, usa. Nestled in between the potomac and shenandoah rivers, two rivers guest house provides wonderful accommodations for your visit to historic harpers ferry. Only minutes away from historic harpers ferry and from the appalachian trail as. Harpers ferry is both the easternmost location of the state and is at the lowest elevation in west virginia. Ghost tours of harpers ferry take about two hours in length and takes guests. It is the easternmost town in west virginia and during the civil war the northernmost point of. How to go whitewater rafting in harpers ferry, west virginia. It is situated at the confluence of the potomac and shenandoah rivers, where the u.
Nestled in between the potomac and shenandoah rivers, two rivers guest house provides. Barn at two rivers is a reception venue in harpers ferry, wv. Where two rivers and three states meet harpers ferry, wv. One of the most picturesque spots in this locality is harper s ferry, often termed the switzerland of america. Harpers ferry is located at the junction of the potomac and shenandoah rivers, where the states of west virginia, maryland, and virginia meet. Harpers ferry is located at the confluence of the shenandoah and potomac rivers. Nearly half a million people visit the harpers ferry national historical park each year. Harpers ferry is a historic town in jefferson county, west virginia. The park includes land in the shenandoah valley in jefferson county, west virginia.
Tens of thousands of people enjoy floating, fishing, and swimming in the rivers each year, and yet river access has proven inadequate and unsafe in meeting the recreational interest. At the time the civil war began, it was the only railroad link between the northern and. Take in the history and scenery of the shenandoah and potomac rivers as you float past harpers ferry national historic park between the soaring cliffs of maryland and loudon heights, where you join the mighty potomac. Rivers and streams harpers ferry national historical. The terrain and fortifications of harpers ferry american. Harpers ferry whitewater kayaking duckies this is the next level of adventure for guests in good physical condition and ready for a more adventurous trip on the shenandoah and potomac rivers. Book stonehouse bed and breakfast, harpers ferry on tripadvisor. Whitewater rafting is available there between march and november, but that does not mean the rivers are at their best. To reach it, take interstate 70 to frederick maryland, and exit on us 340 west for about 15 miles. Harpers ferry raid, assault that took place october 1618, 1859, by an armed band of abolitionists led by john brown on the federal armory located at harpers ferry, virginia now in west virginia. Rivers studio and gallery, harpers ferry, west virginia. May 7, 2016 between the rivers bed and breakfast, harpers ferry, west virginia need to call 3045352768. Nestled in between the potomac and shenandoah rivers, two rivers guest house provides wonderful accommodations for your visit to harpers ferry, wv. It is situated at the confluence of the potomac and shenandoah rivers, where.
Aerial adventure park at harpers ferry aerial adventure park adventure pass 2 hour aerial adventure park. Cradled between the freeflowing and often unpredictable waters of the potomac and shenandoah rivers, harpers ferry still demonstrates the important relationship between man and nature. Located in a quiet neighborhood within the harpers ferry historic district. Harpers ferry is located at the junction of the potomac and shenandoah rivers. Washington county, maryland and loudoun county, virginia. Rafting, kayaking, canoeing on the potomac and shenandoah rivers.
The canals scenic towpath winds past the campground and provides the. The rivers, however, are just one aspect of this beautiful town. American whitewater worked with local paddlers and agency planners in 20142016 to create a river access plan for the harpers ferry, wv area. Harpers ferry, wv 25425 shenandoah and potomac rivers 3045352663. Harpers ferry and the surrounding region would be a great getaway destination for you if. Rivers gallery showcases quality sculptural and functional fine art in clay, metal and wood. Harpers ferry, tucked in the eastern area of what is now west virginia, between the potomac and shenandoah rivers, boasts direct ties to people. Harpers ferry points to the meeting place of the shenandoah and potomac rivers. Virtually all of the old federal armory site at historic harpers ferry is flooded. Brunswick family campground is on a secluded stretch of land between the. Pittsburgh to harpers ferry 5 ways to travel via train. Centered at the confluence of the potomac and shenandoah rivers, the harpers ferry area was originally deeded to english colonist robert harper.
A timeline of harpers ferry the welsh of harpers ferry. Park service archeologists have uncovered remnants of a once robust industrial community. In 1794, george washington chose harpers ferry as the site for a u. You should expect fulltime seasonal work opportunities between the months of juneaugust, as these are our busiest months of the year. Harpers ferry, population 286 at the 2010 census, is a historic town in jefferson county, west virginia, united states, in the lower shenandoah valley. This campground is conveniently located 1 hour from the washington dc and baltimore beltways and offers over 100 scenic campsites. By 1761, harper had placed a ferry across the potomac river, marking the starting point for most settlers that journeyed into. Miles had commanded the place since march, but had done little to fortify it beyond constructing the naval battery. Concerns an area of maryland and virginia between the towns of cumberland, md.
The point of harpers ferry is situated at the confluence of the potomac and shenandoah rivers, which has made it a strategic location throughout history. Between the rivers, harpers ferry, west virginia historic town. Sneden details the mountainous topography highlighting rivers, especially the potomac river, and including the rail system through this area. Walking distance to rivers, parks, and restaurants. Brunswick family campground on the potomac river in.
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