three great hikes near Tiny Haven Harpers Ferry

With fall in the air, it’s a great time to get outside and enjoy some hiking! Hiking is one of the favorite activities of guests who come to stay at Tiny Haven. Here are our three favorite hikes nearby!

Maryland Heights Overlook

Maryland Heights is an awesome ~4 mile hike with a great view. It’s a steep but fairly wide path out-and-back hike that you can access from the C&O Canal Towpath along the Potomac River. To get here, park in downtown Harpers Ferry, walk across the walking bridge over the river, take a left when you get off the bridge stairs, and cross the first wooden bridge to get to the trailhead.

Photo credit: Kristys Adventures

Weaverton Cliffs

Weaverton Cliffs is a great ~3 mile hike along the over 2000 mile Appalachian Trail. Take the switchbacks up to a great rocky outcrop and view of the mountains. To get there from Tiny Haven Harpers Ferry, take Keep Tryst Rd until you hit a sharp turn where you can pull over and park near the train tracks. There is also a parking lot if you turn left onto Keep Tryst Road, right onto 340N, and get off at the next exit. When you park there you will want to go left onto the trail (AT north) to get to the view.

Photo credit: Danielle LaRock

Bears Den Overlook

Bears Den Overlook is a rocky outcropping on the Appalachian Trail in Bluemont, Virginia. The open ledge offers a beautiful, open westward view of the Shenandoah Valley. In the distance, the Blue Ridge Mountains stretch across the horizon. Bears Den is a wonderful spot for a picnic with an awesome view. It’s also a great place to watch a sunset. On a nice weekend day, you’ll find the overlook busy with families, couples, and solo hikers. There is easy parking in a parking lot off of Route 7 and Blueridge Mountain Road in Bluemont VA.

Photo credit: Ryan Wyckoff

outdoor activities in Harpers Ferry!

Our area is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts! Here is a quick guide to our recommendations for outdoor activities in the area:

Maryland Heights Overlook

Maryland Heights is a scenic and historic trail, accessible from the C&O Canal Towpath. You can park in downtown Harpers Ferry, walk across the pedestrian bridge over the Potomac River, and come down to the towpath where you can get to the trailhead. This hike has good variety - some of it is steep, some of it is more level, some of it is switch backs. The view is definitely worth it!

Tubing

There are a number of rafting and tubin companies in the area that will drop you off and pick you up (and provide you with your tube). We recommend , Harpers Ferry Adventure Center (rafting, tubing, kayaking, ziplining, ropes course, segway tours, etc.), River Riders (rafting, tubing, aerial adventure park, mountain biking, stand up paddle boards, etc.), and River and Trail (rafting, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, ziplining, biking, etc.)

Guided fishing expedition

If you are looking to go fishing, we recommend King Fisher Guide Services. They provide guided fishing tours on the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Fish for Smallmouth Bass and many other species in a 14 foot custom fishing raft made specifically for the local waters. Enjoy scenic views of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley! Let them know Tiny Haven sent you :)

Kayaking and Canoeing

Bring your own kayak or canoe or rent one from Shepherdstown Pedal and Paddle.

You can put in at the Princess Street Boat Ramp in Shepherdstown WV and head up or down the Potomac River!

Biking the C&O Canal Towpath

Rent a bike, bring a bike, or bike to us! The C&O Canal Towpath is a flat path that goes all the way from Washington DC to Berkeley Springs WV. Guests have biked to Tiny Haven Harpers Ferry along this path!