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

MEET UP LOCATION at 9:45AM: This is where we'll begin our hike.
The Point at the Rivers, The Point, 25425, Knoxville, MD 21758
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/2ZWtfNqS4tjt8QKJ6 ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2ZWtfNqS4tjt8QKJ6)
39.323166, -77.728500

MEET UP LOCATION at 9:15AM: This is where the main parking lot is and where we'll take the shuttle to lower town.
Harpers Ferry Visitor Center, Parking Lot Shuttle Station
171 Shoreline Dr, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vtfv89xULxEnJvBM9

Note: We'll leave for the hike promptly around 9:45am from Lower Town.
If you miss the 9:15am meet up at the shuttle you can look for parking in Lower Town and meet us at the The Point.
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🅿️Parking Info 🖱️🅿️Parking Pre-Pay
Shuttle Schedule
Primary Parking Lot: 1000 spaces
Google Maps "Harpers Ferry National Park Parking"
Swift Code: 868V+78 Bolivar, West Virginia
Secondary Parking Lot: 36 spaces
Google Maps: "Harpers Ferry Train Station Parking Lot"
Swift Code: 87F9+QG Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
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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!