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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Things To Know Before You Come

things to know before you come includes:

Getting Around
Your Safety
Pets
Accessibility
 

Picnicking Information:
Picnicking is allowed in the designated picnicking area adjacent to the Cavalier Heights Visitor Center parking facility.  This area is open on a first-come, first serve basis.  Please note open fires and alcohol are not permitted anywhere in the park.

Places to Eat and Stay:
For information about places to eat or stay in the area we suggest you contact the following:

Harpers Ferry Foundation

Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce

West Virginia Tourism

 

 

 
The present day view from Jefferson Rock is still breathtaking.  

Did You Know?
Thomas Jefferson visited Harpers Ferry in 1783 and wrote "The passage of the Patowmac through the Blue Ridge is perhaps one of the most stupendous scenes in Nature."

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Last Updated: September 04, 2008 at 09:14 EST