New Year Hike: C&O Canal Towpath and Harpers Ferry

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5 miles, moderately easy hike. Bring in 2025 in outdoor fashion on our traditional C&O New Year hike. This year we will meet and hike from a parking lot in upper town Harpers Ferry, resulting in one substantial hill to get us from there to the towpath. Walking through the historic town, we will cross the Potomac River on the Byron Bridge and walk round-trip on the towpath from there to the US-340 highway bridge downstream. Winter views of the river and wildlife are often the best. This hike is appropriate for anyone capable of handling the bridge stairs and the half-mile hill. There is no charge for the hike, but donations are welcome.
Bring: Water and snacks. Wear shoes appropriate for the weather and varied surfaces.
Cancellation: We will carry on in light rain, but cancel in case of icy conditions or heavy precipitation.