🥾 〽️ aryland Heights Loop, Harpers Ferry NP [6.5mi - 1,528ft - ~4hrs]

Hi friends!!
Let's go hiking together to the Maryland Heights Loop in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park !

This hike is a 6.5mi loop, with 1,528ft elevation gain and will take about 3.5-4hrs to complete. This trail is ranked as Hard by AllTrails.

More details of the trail, please visit https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/west-virginia/maryland-heights-trails

Primary MEET UP LOCATION at 9:45AM:
Update: Lock 34 C & O Canal.
This is where we'll begin and end our hike.
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/krb1Fj4VLRtbZFfx5](Lock 34 Google Maps)
Plus Code: 87M6+6J Knoxville, Brunswick, MD
[plz copy paste into google maps if needed]

Auxiliary MEET UP LOCATION: This is the main parking lot and where we'll take shuttles to Lock 34
Parking Meet Up Timeframe: 8:45am - 9:15am for 9:00AM/9:15AM/9:30AM shuttles to Lock 34.
Note: Hosts will arrive 9:15am for 9:30AM Shuttle.

Shuttle Disembarkation Point:
Harpers Ferry Visitor Center, Parking Lot Shuttle Station
171 Shoreline Dr, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vtfv89xULxEnJvBM9
Plus Code: 868V+J7 Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Shuttle Schedule

Note: We'll leave for the hike promptly around 9:45am from Lock 34
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Weather ⛅️ 09/27/2025 Hi 79F
**🅿️Parking Info **UPDATE: FREE PARKING National Public Lands Day
⚠️Foot Bridge Closure
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Reminders 🖇️ 🎒Packing:
⚠️Please bring ample personal water 💦, snacks
Please dress appropriately to include the following recommendations:
• sturdy footwear (closed toe, above the ankle ideal)
• hiking poles (optional)
• long pants/sleeves (optional)
• bug spray
• personal necessities incld. device batteries / rain gear

Cancellation:
In the event of severe weather ⛈️⚡️:
Hosts will cancel if appropriate the night before or morning-of at least 2.5 hrs prior to scheduled start-time.

By attending the event, you agree to Smiley Social's

1. Group Rules
2. Liability Waiver

We look forward to hiking with you!