Harper- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Harper, the capital of Maryland County, is a coastal town in southeastern Liberia, positioned between the Atlantic Ocean and the Hoffman River. With a population of 17,837, it ranks as Liberia's 11th largest town. Named after Robert Goodloe Harper, a key figure in Liberia's founding, the city once served as the capital of the Republic of Maryland (1834–1857). The area features warm ocean temperatures year-round, abundant marine life, and trade routes via Fanti canoes or UNMIL ships to Monrovia. Notable landmarks include the ruins of President William Tubmans mansion and the remnants of the Morning Star Masonic Lodge. Harper is accessible from Tabou in neighboring Ivory Coast.