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    • Waterford, Virginia

      Hike the Historical Phillips Farm in Waterford

      4.0
      1 mi / 10 ft gain
      This leisurely hike starts at the Old Mill at Waterford in Waterford, Virginia. You can find parking along the side of the road right near the mill.  As you walk down and past the mill you'll see a fence and the beginning of the trail. This is a short, 1 mile hike and almost completely flat. If y...
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    • Bluemont, Virginia

      Hike to Bears Den Overlook

      4.4
      1.31 mi / 164 ft gain
      Bears Den is a collection of rocks and boulders that overlooks the Shenandoah Valley in northern Virginia, just off the Appalachian Trail. You have two options to access this overlook: park at the bottom of the mountain and hike up to the overlook via the trail, or drive to the top and access the...
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    • Bluemont, Virginia

      Hike to Raven Rock

      4.3
      5 mi / 1000 ft gain
      Starting at a small parking lot right off of Route 7 (wuick right onto Pine Grove Road) this hike takes you North on the Appalachian Trail in a very hilly/rocky part of the trail. Expect to gain and lose 300 feet+ multiple times! It's about 2.5 miles each way so budget at least a few hours to go ...
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    • Cool Spring Path South Parking, Virginia

      Hike Cool Spring Path

      4.0
      2 mi / 70 ft gain
      The Cool Spring Path South is an old golf course that has been and still is in the process of being returned to its natural state by Shenandoah University. The paved paths from the golf course make this an easy hike for anyone. For those who may be in a wheelchair, this loop should be fully acces...
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    • Dickerson, Maryland

      Hike along the C&O Canal: Whites Ferry to Edwards Ferry

      5.0
      10 mi / 165 ft gain
      Park in the lot on Whites Ferry road and hop on the Chesapeake Ohio towpath. This is an out-and-back so you can make it as short as you want or up to 10 miles. Great for familes and dog friendly!
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    • Leesburg, Virginia

      Hike the Red Rock Wilderness Overlook Loop

      5.0
      1.2 mi / 100 ft gain
      Red Rock Wilderness Overlook provides 60+ acres of trails to explore right in Leesburg, Virginia. The site is home to some ruins and buildings from the late 1800's and is a wonderful spot for picnics, hiking, trail running, and geocaching.The preferable loop is to take the trail that leads straig...
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    • Bluemont, Virginia

      Hike to Hollow Brook Falls

      4.3
      2 mi / 300 ft gain
      This hike will start on the Appalachian Trail and will take you to a beautiful set of falls.  When you arrive at the location you will see numerous spots along the side of the road to park. You'll need to look for the white blaze for the Appalachian Trail (it will head up from the parking area). ...
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    • Aldie, Virginia

      Relax at Aldie Park

      Small park with nice walking trails, picnic tables, and a waterfall that cascades down from a dam. Its a wonderful place to take the family or just go for a breath of fresh air. Its also right near the downtown area of Aldie, which has a bakery, juice/smoothie shop, and other great shops to stop ...
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    • Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

      Hike Weverton Cliffs Overlook from Harpers Ferry

      5.0
      8.2 mi / 925 ft gain
      Parking and trail head: Park at the Harpers Ferry Visitors Center for $10 (171 Shoreline Dr, Bolivar, WV 25425) and take the shuttle a mile and a half to lower town (free).  Walk straight from the shuttle to the large bridge. Cross the bridge to hop on the C&O canal trail. This is the point w...
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    • Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

      Hike Maryland Heights via Harpers Ferry

      4.5
      4.2 mi / 800 ft gain
      Parking and trail head: Park at the Harpers Ferry Visitors Center for $10 (171 Shoreline Dr, Bolivar, WV 25425) and take the shuttle a mile and a half to lower town (free).  Walk straight from the shuttle to the large bridge. Cross the bridge and take a left on the C&O Canal trail. You will s...
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    • Purcellville, Virginia

      Explore Potomac Wayside Park

      4.0
      0.25 mi / 75 ft gain
      This is a small park along route 340 in Purcellville, Virginia near Harper's Ferry. After you have parked, look for the park sign which will be a few feet behind you. There is a trail that will take you down to the bottom of the waterfall and eventually to the Potomac River. There is also a trail...
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    • Knoxville, Maryland

      Explore Point of Rocks/ Potomac River Overlook

      4.0
      0.2 mi / 95 ft gain
      Park at the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal parking lot. Walk to the US 15 and cross the road. Trail is not marked, though its faint traces can be detected as you continue on. GPS is recommended. Enjoy the overlook and when you're ready to go back, retrace your steps. 
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    • Knoxville, Maryland

      Hike to Maryland Heights

      4.8
      2.8 mi / 900 ft gain
      Maryland Heights is at the convergence of Maryland, West Virginia and Virginia, as well as the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. The Appalachian Trail and C&O Canal Towpath are also easily accessible from the trailhead parking lot. The parking lot holds about 16 cars and is between Locks 33 and ...
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    • Knoxville, Maryland

      Hike Maryland Heights Trail Loop

      5.3 mi / 1600 ft gain
      Learn Civil War history as you hike through forts and read signs about the war.  Enjoy beautiful lookouts, including one with a great view of Harpers Ferry.  The 5.3 mile hike is relatively easy and offers an interesting opportunity to learn history in one of the most important historical areas i...
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    • Knoxville, Maryland

      Hike the AT to Weverton Cliffs

      4.9
      3 mi / 1500 ft gain
      The trailhead is located right off Weverton Cliff's Road in Knoxville, Maryland. Park at a Park and Ride on the right side of the road, then walk right out of the parking lot down Weverton Cliff's Road until you see the white blazes of the Appalachian Trail. Follow that trail for 1.5 miles along ...
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    • Marshall, Virginia

      Hike to the Piedmont Overlook

      5.0
      0.61 mi / 400 ft gain
      In just a .61 mile trail, Piedmont Overlook has so much to offer in terms of views and although it is fairly steep, anyone can do it!  After arriving at Sky Meadows State Park start heading up to the white park office building, this is where the trail begins. To get to the trail head follow Bosto...
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    Camping and Lodging in Purcellville

    Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday
    Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

    Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday

    Rohrbach Group Campground
    Sharpsburg, Maryland

    Rohrbach Group Campground

    Hagerstown / Antietam Battlefield KOA Holiday
    Williamsport, Maryland

    Hagerstown / Antietam Battlefield KOA Holiday

    Elizabeth Furnace Group Camp
    Fort Valley, Virginia

    Elizabeth Furnace Group Camp

    Camp Round Meadow
    Thurmont, Maryland

    Camp Round Meadow

    Camp Misty Mount
    Thurmont, Maryland

    Camp Misty Mount

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Purcellville

    How the Outdoors Won in the Recent Spending Bill

    How the Outdoors Won in the Recent Spending Bill

    Outdoor Alliance

    7 Sunrise Photos from Virginia's Historic Leesylvania State Park

    7 Sunrise Photos from Virginia's Historic Leesylvania State Park

    Nick Palastro