The Enigmatic Ruins of the Shenandoah Pulp Factory

Getting There

• Walking

  From the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center, head south on Washington Street toward the intersection with High Street. Continue straight onto High Street, which will take you through the historic area of Harpers Ferry. Keep walking until you reach the intersection with Shenandoah Street. Turn left onto Shenandoah Street and follow it until you reach the intersection with Potomac Street. At this point, you will be walking along the river. Continue on Potomac Street until you see the trail leading up to the Ruins of Shenandoah Pulp Factory. The ruins will be located on your right side, and you may have to climb a small hill to reach them.

• Biking

  If you have access to a bike, from the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center, bike down Washington Street and continue onto High Street, following the same route as the walking instructions. Once you reach Shenandoah Street, turn left and bike along it until you hit Potomac Street. Continue biking on Potomac Street until you find the trail that leads to the Ruins of Shenandoah Pulp Factory. The ride should take about 15 minutes, depending on your speed.

• Public Transit

  While there is limited public transportation in Harpers Ferry, you can check the local shuttle services that may take you near the Visitor Center. From the Visitor Center, follow the walking directions mentioned above. The shuttle may drop you at various points in the historic area, allowing you to explore before making your way to the ruins.