Towpath Mileposts 60 to 90
- 60.2: Sandy Hook, MD
- 60.7: Harpers Ferry, WV
- National Historic Park. Railroad Station, serving Amtrak and MARC (No bicycles on MARC).
IMPORTANT: The footbridge to Harpers Ferry was destroyed by a train derailment in Dec 2019. It is closed until further notice.
- 60.7: Quality Inn
- 304.535.6391 - 25 Union Street, Harpers Ferry, WV - about 1.5 miles from towpath. From the historic area, follow Shenandoah St to Rt 340, then go right on the wide shoulder for about 100 yards. Hotel will be on the right. This avoids the hill on Washington St.
- 60.7: River Riders
- 800.326.7238 - Harpers Ferry, WV - half day bike rentals for $25. Also offers multiday tour packages
- 60.7: Harpers Ferry Dining
- Numerous restaurant options on the block across from the railroad station. Coffee, delis, pubs, self serve, ice cream. Mostly lunch and dinner options. Online ratings favor Cannonball Deli and Private Quinn's Pub.
- 60.7: The Town's Inn
- 877.489.2447 - This recently renovated inn is the only lodging in Lower Town Harpers Ferry, and closest option to the Towpath. 21 beds in 7 rooms. 179 High Street, Harper's Ferry, WV
- 60.7: Harpers Ferry Outfitters
- 304.535.2087 - General Store location (near railroad station) offers bicycle rentals and basic bike parts (such as tubes). Full service hiking equipment on block up the hill.
- 61.2: Maryland Heights Hiking Trail
- Use footbridge over canal - Hiking trail to top of cliffs overlooking Harpers Ferry
- 61.5: Harpers Ferry Road Access
- Very small parking lot. No parking on weekends (raft access only)
- 62.9: Huckleberry Hill H/B
- Hiker/Biker campsite. Remote - No nearby vehicle access.
- 64.9: Dargan Bend Recreation Area
- Large Parking Area (40-50 vehicles) - Access from Back Rd
- 67.4: Mountain Lock Recreation Area
- Parking Area (10-15 vehicles) - Access from Limekiln Rd, just down hill from Harpers Ferry Rd
- 69.3: Antietam Aqueduct
- The forth of 11 stone aqueducts constructed. Crosses Antietam Creek, which flows through the famous battlefield.
- 69.8: Antietam Creek Recreation Area
- Easy vehicle access - 20 Campsites - Fee Area: $10/Night
- 71.5: Pack Horse Ford
- Conferderate Army crossed here after the Battle of Antietam
- 72.8: Route 34 Bridge
- Large Parking Area, about 0.1 mile downriver from bridge. Restaurants located across river in Shepherstown, about 3/4 mile.
- 72.8: Bavarian Inn
- 304.876.2551 - Directly across river via Route 34 Bridge. Probably one of the nicest places to stay along the towpath.
- 72.8: Thomas Shepherd Inn
- 888.889.8952 - Cross Route 34 Bridge. About 1/2 Mile past Bavarian Inn
- 72.8: Clarion Hotel
- 304.876.7000 - On the far side of town, past the Thomas Shepherd Inn.
- 72.8: Comfort Inn
- 304.876.3160 - Cross Route 34 Bridge. Right onto Route 45. Located on right at 2001 Maddex Square Drive.
- 72.8: Shepherdstown Dining
- Numerous dining options in this university town, including pizza, Chinese, and Thai. Cross bridge and ride up the hill. Left at 4-Way stop onto W German Street.
- 72.8: Blue Moon Cafe
- 304.876.1920 - Popular pub just one block off the beaten path. Corner of Princess & High Streets.
- 72.8: Shepherdstown Pedal and Paddle
- 304.876.3000 - Full service bicycle repair shop, including bicycle parts and rentals. Open most days by noon. 115 W. German Street
- 75.3: Killiansburg Cave H/B
- Hiker/Biker campsite. 1.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 76.6
- 75.7: Killiansburg Cave
- Large Cave about 20 above path in cliffs. (Hard to see through summer foliage)
- 76.8: Snyders Landing Boat Ramp
- Easiest access to Sharpsburg and Antietam Battlefield
- 76.8: Jacob Rohrbach Inn
- 301.432.5079 - A Bed and Breakfast in Sharpsburg, MD - About 1 mile from trail, near Antietam Battlefield. 138 W. Main St.
- 76.8: Barron's Canal Museum
- A long time fixture on the canal, now owned by the Tyler Family. Open on weekends only.
- 76.8: Antietam Guest House
- 301.992.9767 - Quiet location in Sharpsburg, just one block off Main Street. Locked bike store. Great food nearby
- 76.8: Battleview Market
- 301.432.2676 - A bit off the trail, but the deli here is a great food option when visiting the Antietam Battlefield. 5331 Sharpsburg Pike.
- 76.8: Captain Benders Travern
- 301.432.5813 - Great food, micro-brew beers, wine and mixed drinks. Easy trek from Snyder's Landing into town. Not far from Antietam Battlefield. 113 East Main Street
- 76.8: Antietam National Battlefield
- 301.432.5124 - Location of the bloodiest one-day battle in US history. On Sept 17, 1862, nearly 23,000 solders were killed at this location. The auto tour route also makes a nice bicycle tour.
- 79.9: Horseshoe Bend H/B
- Hiker/Biker campsite. 1.1 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0
- 80.9: Taylors Landing Boat Ramp
- Access to Antietam Battlefield
- 82.5: Big Woods H/B
- Hiker/Biker campsite. 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0
- 84.2: Dam #4
- 84.2: Downsville General Store
- 301.223.6401 - Small Deli located in Downsville, MD. About 1 mile off the detour via Dam Number 4 road