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John Brown's Fort

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John Brown's Fort

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    Location: Harpers Ferry, Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States

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    April 13, 2023

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    Originally constructed as a fire engine garage and guard house, John Brown's Fort is the building abolitionist John Brown and his followers occupied during their raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859.

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    1. Maryland Heights loop to stone fort and overlook – Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

    10.7km

    03:29

    460m

    460m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 80Β m

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    Location: Harpers Ferry, Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States

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