The Murphy family built the present house in 1869 after the original house, belonging to Edmund Chambers, was destroyed in the Civil War. The National Park Service maintains the house and property today.

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1. Murphy-Chambers Farm loop

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Hike the easy 2.5-mile Murphy-Chambers Farm loop in Harpers Ferry NHP, offering river views and Civil War history in 1 hour.

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2. View of the Shenandoah River – Former location of John Brown's Fort loop from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

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

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Location: Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States

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Murphy Farmhouse

1. Murphy-Chambers Farm loop

2. View of the Shenandoah River – Former location of John Brown's Fort loop from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

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