Artillery is set up here to represent Union Army defensive positions during the Battle of Harpers Ferry. Views of the Confederate Army position on Schoolhouse Ridge are possible from this location.

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Bolivar Heights and Schoolhouse Ridge North Trail

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Hike the easy 3.4-mile Bolivar Heights and Schoolhouse Ridge North Trail for Civil War history and scenic views in Harpers Ferry.

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Bolivar Heights cannons 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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Bolivar Heights and Schoolhouse Ridge North Trail

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Bolivar Heights cannons loop from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

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