Jefferson Rock, Rock formation on Appalachian Trail in Harpers Ferry, United States
Jefferson Rock consists of multiple stacked Harpers shale masses that sit 417 feet above the convergence of Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers.
The National Register of Historic Places added Jefferson Rock as a contributing property to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park on October 15, 1966.
Thomas Jefferson visited this location in 1783 and documented his observations about the rivers meeting through the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Stone steps near the African American History Museum lead visitors to Jefferson Rock, which requires appropriate footwear for the variable terrain.
Four stone pillars were installed between 1855 and 1860 to stabilize the uppermost rock slab after its natural foundation became unstable.
Location: Harpers Ferry
GPS coordinates: 39.32261,-77.73328
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:20
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
307 m
B & O Railroad Potomac River Crossing
438 m
Virginius Island, West Virginia
525 m
1862 Battle of Harpers Ferry Museum
250 m
A Place in Time Museum
225 m
John Brown's Fort (Armory Firehouse)
326 m
Harper House
213 m
Restoration Museum
236 m
Industry Museum
206 m
Lower Town Information Center
248 m
Wetlands Museum
264 m
Meriwether Lewis at Harpers Ferry
264 m
John Brown Museum
280 m
CSX - Potomac River Bridge
481 m
Winchester and Potomac Railroad Trestle
100 m
Harpers Ferry Bollman Bridge
525 m
John Brown Wax Museum
215 m
Shenandoah River Bridge
431 m
Armorer's Dwelling House
63 m
Winchester and Potomac Railroad Bridge
535 m
William Anderson House
271 m
Gerard B. Wager Building
287 m
Samuel Annin House
236 m
John G. Wilson Building Privy
170 m
Roeder House
242 m
John G. Wilson Building
184 m
Masonic Hall
197 m
Morrell House
419 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes