Things to Do with Kids in Harpers Ferry, WV

  • TripBuzz found 157 things to do with kids in or near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, including 142 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frederick, Hagerstown, Leesburg and Martinsburg.
  • From Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to River Riders, the Harpers Ferry area offers 101 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Ziplines, Haunted Tours and History Museums.
  • Partially located in the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Harpers Ferry is a charming historical town that was settled in the mid 1700's. The city is the easternmost city in West Virginia and is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful foliage and landscape, the natural parks and historical buildings.
  • TripBuzz found 157 things to do with kids in or near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, including 142 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frederick, Hagerstown, Leesburg and Martinsburg.
  • From Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to River Riders, the Harpers Ferry area offers 101 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Ziplines, Haunted Tours and History Museums.
  • Partially located in the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Harpers Ferry is a charming historical town that was settled in the mid 1700's. The city is the easternmost city in West Virginia and is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful foliage and landscape, the natural parks and historical buildings.
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94% 1298 votes
National & State Parks 171 Shoreline Drive, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
Costumed park staff and volunteers present historical vignettes throughout Harpers Ferry National Park on some days, while on other days, visitors can take classes to learn to knit, raise a garden, and bake bread. Visitors can also hike and fish at the park.
1.7 Miles
84% 717 votes
Rafting 408 Alstadts Hill Rd, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
White water rafting adventures, tubing adventures, Zip Line Canopy Tours, kayaking and canoeing tours, stand up paddle boards rides, mountain bike, and fishing adventures are all available from River Riders. Additionally, the company operates the Aerial Forest Adventure Park where visitors can experience zip li…
1.6 Miles
92% 49 votes
Ziplines 408 Alstadis Hill Rd, Harpers Ferry, WV MoreLess Info
For 2.5 to 3 hours, visitors to Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tour can zip across eight ziplines reaching heights up to 800 feet. Guests can see the area's wildlife from the same height as most of the trees.
1.7 Miles
94% 18 votes
Ziplines 408 Alstadts Hill Road, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
Offering above ground experiences, Aerial Forest Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry has 72 challenge elements spread across six courses to choose from. Activities include rope and log bridges, zip lines, and rock walls.
1.5 Miles
88% 24 votes
History Museums 343 Campground Rd., Harpers Ferry, WV MoreLess Info
An expansive collection of memorabilia can be found at the Civil War Living History Museum. War relics, documents, and knowledgeable hosts are part of every tour. History buffs and curious visitors alike find something of interest to touch and experience.
1.4 Miles
52% 89 votes
Haunted Tours 43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
Built by relatives of John Wilkes Booth, he stayed in this home when witnessing the execution of John Brown, and historians believe he was headed to this house after shooting Abraham Lincoln. Guests can attend ghost tours of the home, séances, and the home is used for paranormal research.
1.4 Miles
33% 9 votes
Haunted Tours 43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2010, The Haunted Cottage is a local haunted attraction commonly visited by those fascinated by the paranormal. Ghost tours, paranormal research training, and unexplained events are among the many reasons that attract visitors to the cottage.
2.3 Miles
95% 131 votes
Visitor Centers Store College Place, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
At the Appalachian Trail Conference Headquarters, hikers often have their pictures taken under the sign to signify that they have completed half the hike. The headquarters maintains a list of all hikers who have completed the 2,000-mile hike.
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93% 70 votes
Hiking Trails Harpers Ferry Center, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a 2,184-mile long public footpath that was constructed by volunteers over the course of 16 years. The Appalachian Conservatory Trail was organized to help protect the trail.
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100% 23 votes
Hiking Trails Potomac Street Extended, Harpers Ferry, WV MoreLess Info
Running along an old canal, Armory Canal Trail offers placards with historical information and views of old factories and ruins. The trail can be used for hiking and has wildlife like birds, fish and turtles that can be seen.
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