Length: 2.32 mi
Est. time: 54m
Gain: 198 ft
Loss: 350 ft
Max elev: 512 ft
Elevation profile
+198 ft gain · −350 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Trailhead parking (Place)
Harpers Ferry NHP Visitor Center (VisitorCenter)
Walk Your Dog at Murphy Farm
⏱ The trail is just over a mile. Take your time to let your pup take in the scents. There are also exhibits that explain the history of the family who lived here, the battle action that took place here, and the relationship of Murphy Farm to other parts of the battlefield.
🗓 winter, spring, summer, fall
Plan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, high confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.