Occupying a strategic high point overlooking both the town of Paw Paw and the Potomac River crossing, Camp Hill was so named for its uses during two wars. It served as the encampment site of General Edward Braddock’s army during the 18th-century French and Indian War. A century later, it was the site of Camp Chase, a Federal camp during the Civil War established to guard the railroad which ran along the river. More than 16,000 Union soldiers were stationed here.  One of the most daring Union generals, General Frederick W. Lander died here on March 2, 1862 from pneumonia after being wounded weeks earlier in battle.  Twenty thousand Union troops were mustered to line the road and pay their last respects as his casket was carried from Camp Chase to the train depot at Paw Paw. For transport to Washington D.C.  His funeralin our nation’s Capital was attended by President Lincoln.

Camp Hill is now a local cemetery. It offers a spectacular panoramic view of mountains to the west and the town and Potomac River to the north.

If you go: Located along WV 9 near Paw Paw; More information: 304-258-9147 • www.berkeleysprings.com