Yuletide Hike Through History | Trail Less Traveled

Enjoy hiking in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and town during the annual Olde Tyme Christmas Festival. We will walk along the Shenandoah on Virginius Island before climbing a little piece of the Appalachian Trail on the flank of Camp Hill. Expect wintertime expansive and rocky views and possibly some wildlife. We’ll also view some history along the way: ruins of mills that once bustled along the Shenandoah, Jefferson Rock and Robert Harper’s house. Ending the walk in the town business district, you can enjoy some of the special programs of Harpers Ferry and Bolivar’s annual festival.

Hike leader Chris Craig is a Certified Tour Guide in Harpers Ferry and a regular hike leader for the Sierra Club. He formerly operated a bed and breakfast out of his Harpers Ferry home.

2.5-mile, MODERATE hike on earthen trails, mainly flat, but with short, steep climbs.