Maryland Heights Loop

The National Park Service does not currently have a timeline for reopening. The route on AllTrails has been rerouting to begin at Harper's Ferry Road. The parking lot by Harper's Ferry is small and often full on the weekends. The connector from the Overlook to the highway is closed from Feb to July 31 for Peregrine falcon nesting (so bake an extra 2.2 miles to double back to the Maryland heights trailhead). Additionally, the AT foot bridge is out which easily connected Harpers ferry to the trailhead (recommend Lyft to trailhead). Park opens at 9:00 a.m Fee $10 The trail from parking lot, starts by mulch pile in back. You can also take a bus from parking lot to trailhead. Scenic overlook, civil war fortifications, moderate to strenuous climb. 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 hike features a spectacular overlook of Harpers Ferry and the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers. However, it doesn't come easily. The hike also includes much history. The trail passes remains of fortifications built by the Union forces in 1862 after their defeat at Harpers Ferry. There are ammunition pits, breastworks, powder magazines, and gun batteries along the trail. The remains of the main fort are at the summit of Maryland Heights.