The Mountain State, as part of the Appalachian Mountain range, is covered in rock formations (mainly mountains). But there are notable famous rocks of which to visit for one reason or another. Seneca Rocks, for instance, is a famous rocky landmark. There is also Pinnacle Rock, a rock maze through which to hike (at Coopers Rock), and a famous hiking trail that leads to a ginormous rock called the Endless Wall.

But not all of the famous rocks in West Virginia get the attention and accolades they may deserve...
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The Jefferson Rock, located in Harpers Ferry, for instance, is often overlooked in favor of all of the other historic sights found in this popular tourist town in the Eastern Panhandle.
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Jefferson Rock holds a significant place in the history of our lands (even if they belonged to another state at the time). It was here, in the fall of 1783 that Thomas Jefferson surveyed the area and wrote specifically in his notes for Virginia about the advantageous viewpoint the rock delivered.
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From the Jefferson Rock, the view is of the gorgeous Shenandoah River just before it is joined with the Potomac River.
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With just a short hike along the Appalachian Trail, you'll find yourself in nearly the very same spot in which Thomas Jefferson stood centuries ago, admiring mostly the same view (with a few buildings and bridges added for texture).
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The only thing you can't do at Jefferson Rock today that Thomas Jefferson did all those years ago... is stand ON the rock. It's off-limits and actually illegal — not to mention probably not as stable as it should be. Those artificial pillars you see underneath the four corners of the rock were added in the 1860s to replace a failing structure underneath.
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Before today, had you heard of Jefferson Rock? Or visited? We’d love to know!

Jefferson Rock is located on the Appalachian Trail as it passes through Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. The rock site is open from dawn to dusk. Climbing on the rock is strictly prohibited.

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