Ferry Hill Plantation overview
Ferry Hill Plantation
History enthusiasts will appreciate a tour of the main house, which has been restored to its original 1830s appearance. The house is filled with period furniture, paintings, and other artifacts that provide a glimpse into life on a plantation in the early 19th century.
One of the unique things about Ferry Hill Plantation is that it offers a view of the Potomac River that is hard to find elsewhere. The river was an important transportation route during the Civil War, and visitors can imagine what it must have been like to see Union and Confederate troops crossing back and forth.
Another reason to visit Ferry Hill Plantation is to learn about the role that African Americans played in the Underground Railroad. The plantation was a safe haven for runaway slaves, and visitors can hear stories about the people who passed through.
Overall, Ferry Hill Plantation is an important historical site that offers a window into West Virginia's past. Visitors can learn about the plantation's history, see original 19th-century buildings, and enjoy a beautiful view of the Potomac River.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Antietam National Battlefield
- Yankauer Preserve
- Gathland State Park
- Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
- South Mountain State Park
- State Park Washington Monument
Campgrounds
- Killiansburg Cave Campsite
- Killiansburg Cave Hiker Biker Campsite
- Antietam Creek Campground
- Horseshoe Bend Campsite
- Horseshoe Bend Hiker Biker Campsite
- Big Woods Campsite
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Ferry Hill Plantation as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ferry Hill Plantation
What is Ferry Hill Plantation?
A point of interest in West-Virginia tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Ferry Hill Plantation.