We have driven by this battlefield dozens of times and finally decided to stop and visit…read more Easy parking, main ealjway was realtively even, and numerous historic markers to read about the civil war era battles in the area. There is a wooded path too. Lovely mountain views Trash free park.....take out Whatever you bring in

A great place to start your tour of Harpers Ferry and its history…read moreBolivar Heights sits just above Harpers Ferry and, seems like a great place to start a tour of the entire area. We got a guided tour and our tour guide started here because from here you can see the hills that represent "the hole" the place where the 2 rivers, the Potomac and the Shenandoah connect. It gives you a wide open look at the town, the rivers, and the surrounding ridgelines. It's a quiet, grassy ridge with a few cannon placements and clear informational signs. It's easy to understand why this high ground mattered during the Civil War.I like this stop because it was simple and stress-free. There is a small parking area, short mostly-level paths, and lots of room to wander without crowds. The signs along the path do a nice job of explaining the fighting here and how it connects to the larger Harpers Ferry story. The cannons are in good shape but always be careful not to stick your hand inside one as small creatures like to use them also. If you want a picture with a cannon closeup or in the background then this is a good place for you. Overall, Bolivar Heights battlefield is an easy, worthwhile add to a Harpers Ferry visit. If you're driving the park's battle sites, put this one near the top of the list and enjoy the view.

Antietam Battlefield is a National Park with free a self-driving or walking tour, with a fee if you…read morewant their map and the museum tour (free with a National Parks membership). The driving tour took us around half an hour, plus more time for stops at the many scenic views, historical monuments, and informative plaques. And we encountered a number of people walking the tour. I'm not a dedicated student of history, but i wrote this just to say this well-mapped tour is worth the time to get a real sense of the landscape and the extent of the battlefields.

I love the National park service and this is part of it... battlefield is well maintained and staff…read morewere plentiful and informative. Gift shop had a good selection of shirts and sizes. It was a nice way to spend an afternoon

We used this and the adjacent park on the other side of the canal as our launch point for two rides…read more29SEP (went south out & back 10 miles) and 30 SEP went north out & back 24 miles). Spacious parking area, not paved or marked spots but I would guess 30 cars or so would fit comfortably? The days we were there we only saw about 10-15. The trail itself is well packed dirt/gravel and even with a few wet areas along the way it is easy for most bikes, other than a pure road bike.

Tony and I stopped at C&O Canal Lock 44 & Lockhouse. It's free to enjoy and a lovely area to Enjoy…read morefor free. Plenty of parking. There is an old Lockhouse, plenty of signage about history and TURTLES...We saw about 20 plus turtles sunning themselves. Great place for hiking, biking and exploring. Close easy access to the Potomac River for tubing and swimming. Highly Recommend and definitely would go back when in area.

This marker is located on Washington Street near the center of the town of Berkeley Springs and in…read morefront of the Berkeley Springs State Park. The marker reads, "Centennial Time Capsule. This official West Virginia Centennial Time Capsule was dedicated October 12, 1963 as Morgan County's contribution to the State's Centennial celebration. It contains historical documents, personal messages to be distributed in 2063." There is street parking adjacent. [Review 15545 overall, 1049 of 2021, number 44 in West Virginia.]

Pretty cool old steel bridge in a beautiful area. With views of the Potomac River down below, and…read morepretty vistas all around, you can enjoy Maryland and Virginia.

It's a beautiful bridge. This connects southern Maryland to Virginia. Have driven it quite a few…read moretimes, and also hiked/bikes underneath it on the C&O Canal. Crossing this part of the Potomac River is stunning. One thing I don't like, is there looks like a section to walk the bridge, but that would be a no. Barricades aren't in place, and it's a thin bit of sidewalk. Also when you drive across this it's two way two lane traffic. Definitely pay attention, as not much clearance. Yet the blue bridge is stunning. If you're lucky enough to be a passenger, the views of the Potomac are truly impressive. It's a fairly rural area, although rush hour can be frustrating. If there's a wreck on or near the bridge, you will not be moving anytime soon. My hope is this can continue being operational, but that Whites Ferry can return.

Along US-219 near the center of Peterstown, this marker points out a historic find. There is some…read moreroom to pull over if the traffic is light. The marker has the same text on both sides. It reads, "Home of the Jones Diamond. An alluvial diamond weighing 34.48 carats, largest to date found in North America, was discovered here in April 1928 by William P. "Punch" Jones and his father, Grover C. Jones Sr., while pitching horseshoes in the home yard of Mr. and Mrs. Grover C. Jones. "Punch" was later killed in combat during World War Two. Mr. and Mrs. Grover C. Jones still retain ownership of the diamond." The marker was erected in 1970. When the stone was found, it was initially mistaken for quartz and the family kept it in a cigar box for 14 years until a geologist at Virginia Tech confirmed its authenticity in 1942, leading to its display at the Smithsonian Institution. The 34.48-carat diamond was sold at Sotheby's in 1984 for over $74,000 to a buyer in Asia and remains the largest alluvial diamond ever found in North America. An alluvial diamond is a natural diamond that has been eroded from its original volcanic source and transported by water over time to settle in places like riverbeds. Mrs. K. was not interested in stopping today to see if perhaps there were others. [Review 576 of 2025 - 160 in West Virginia - 24137 overall]

Super Friendly, but that's what you expect in American Legion. Large bar, with plenty of seating,…read morecold beer, strong drinks, multiple TVs, and a huge social area to host events. I was recently advised that the upstairs is now a gaming hall, not a casino the places where they have VR, Skee-Ball, shoots and ladders, checkers, and different games for the full family fun effect. I think this is great as American Legion seems to be losing a lot of members and to make it more family inclusive will bring in all generations. They offer food, normal pub, fair, and on Friday nights they do a full meal, so check that out last night was meatloaf that looked delicious.

The staff and members are super welcoming to the public. The drink prices are very cheap. Great…read moreplace to hangout, have a few drinks, dance, play tips and decent food options. My only feedback is that I paid for a membership on April 9th 2022 ($40) and still haven't received a membership card?

Wonderful new community organization preserving a piece of our local history. Great for classes and…read moreparanormal tours.