Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Hours
Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Fee
$20.00
Entrance - Private Vehicle
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Harpers Ferry at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Visit The Point at Harpers Ferry
- Nearby city
- Gateway towns in WV
Explore this park
Alerts(2)
Annual Closure to Protect Nesting Peregrine Falcons
NPS detailsTo provide peregrine falcons adequate space for nesting, portions of Maryland Heights will be closed from Feb 15 to July 31. This includes several rock outcroppings near the overlook and certain climbing walls. The Maryland Heights Trail is OPEN.
Ongoing work on Lower Town buildings
Facilities staff are doing repair work on several buildings in Lower Town. Please follow signs for alternate entrances and heed temporary closures.
Common questions
Planning Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Harpers Ferry. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
