The AT at Harpers Ferry,
Appalachian Trail Map 080

Map center is 6.0 miles from Brunswick, Maryland (MD)
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AT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Appalachian AT at Harpers Ferry

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the AT?
The length of this section of the AT is 14.9 miles (24.0 km) or 32,659 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
14.9 mi233 ft1,421 ft1,188 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
6.5 hrs2,301 ft1,975 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.4 hrs1,975 ft2,301 ftVS
Data Accuracy
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Data Reliability
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Calories

The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.

Topo Maps

Download the PDF Harpers Ferry topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.

Adjoining 7.5' Quadrangle Legend

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  1. Northwest Topo Map: Shepherdstown, WV
  2. North Topo Map: Keedysville, MD
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Middletown, MD
  4. West Topo Map: Charles Town, WV
  5. Topo Map: Harpers Ferry, WV
  6. East Topo Map: Point of Rocks, MD
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Round Hill, VA
  8. South Topo Map: Purcellville, VA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Waterford, PA

Warnings

Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin. (cdc.gov)

  1. Length is the total distance of the trail section. The distance between two red diamonds is one mile.
  2. Min Ele is the minimum elevation on the trail section.
  3. Max Ele is the maximum elevation on the trail section.
  4. Range is the difference between maximum and minimum elevation.
  5. Time is the typical total time required to hike the trail.
  6. Gain (cumulative elevation gain) is the sum of every gain in elevation.
  7. Loss (cumulative elevation loss) is the sum of every loss in elevation.
  8. E = Easiest, M = Moderate, MS = Moderately Strenuous, S = Strenuous, VS = Very Strenuous.