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Overlook Cliff Trail

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 4.4 (30)
  1. Areas
  2. WV
  3. …Eastern Panhandle
  4. …Harpers Ferry
  5. Harpers Ferry National Historic Park
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“A trail leading steeply up the southern end of Elk Ridge to outstanding views of Harpers Ferry. ”

Luke AT
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1.5

Miles

2.4

KM

68%

Runnable

972' 296 m

High

280' 85 m

Low

692' 211 m

Up

335' 102 m

Down

13%

Avg Grade (8°)

30%

Max Grade (17°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Fall Colors · River/Creek · Views

Description

Starting from the C&O Canal, the trail ascends the western slope of Elk Ridge on an old military road. Runners will pass the short Naval Gun Trail spur and Stone Fort Trail, which provide excellent views and good places to either extend the trip or take a short break.

The trail then descends on a singletrack path to the cliffs above Harpers Ferry with outstanding views to the west.

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  4.4 from 30 votes

#1

in Harpers Ferry National Historic Park

#138

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  4.4 from 30 votes
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#1

in Harpers Ferry National…

#2

in West Virginia

#138

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Maryland Heights
Apr 30, 2026 near Brunswick, MD
Maryland Heights
Apr 30, 2026 near Brunswick, MD
Maryland Heights overlook
Sep 1, 2015 near Brunswick, MD

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