Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail, Park Site in Baltimore, Maryland
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Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail

Baltimore · Maryland

Overview

About Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail.

The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is a collection of sites impacted by the War of 1812. These local, historic sites tell the story of the Chesapeake Campaign, culminating in the writing of our National Anthem. In addition to their historic significance, many of the sites along the trail are fantastic places to go for a walk, explore the outdoors, and access local waterways.

Arts and CultureCultural DemonstrationsLive MusicBikingMountain BikingRoad BikingBoatingSailingCampingCanoe or Kayak CampingCar or Front Country CampingRV Camping

Weather

The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is made up of parks, museums, outdoor trails, and waterways throughout the Chesapeake Bay region. Weather can effect the hours of operation and access points to many sites along the trail. Exercise caution when exploring the trail outdoors. Dress appropriately for seasonal conditions such as heat, snow, and ice. Parks, museums, and visitor centers may be impacted by weather conditions year round. Please call ahead to your planned trail stop for updates on

Key Facts

TypePark Site
DesignationNational Historic Trail

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A Native American recreated town has a longhouse structure and sculpture with human face

Audio Tour of a Patuxent Town

Discover thousands of years of archeology at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Over 65 archeological sites tell the story of American Indian technology, innovation, and craft within the Chesapeake Bay landscape. Take an audio Tour the museum, laboratory, and woodland village, walk the park trails, and paddle the Patuxent river.

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Baltimore Star-Spangled Tour

3-8 Hours

Take tour around the City of Baltimore following the Star-Spangled National Historic Trail!

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Become a Fort McHenry Jr. Ranger

1 Hour

Information on how to become a Fort McHenry Junior Ranger!

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Become a Junior Ranger for the Star-Spangled Banner Trail

30-60 Minutes

Kids of all ages can participate in the Star-Spangled Banner Trail Junior Ranger program. The Junior Ranger booklet is full of activities that can be completed to earn a Junior Ranger badge.

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Bicycle between Point Lookout and Leonardtown, MD

4-10 Hours

Bicycling on a section of the Southern Maryland PHT On-Road Bicycling Route between Point Lookout and Leondardtown, MD

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Explore by bicycle from Westmoreland State Park

1 Day

With Westmoreland State Park as a base, ride a loop connected with the Northern Neck Heritage Trail to explore Stratford Hall, the birthplace of George Washington, Colonial Beach, wineries, historic sites and the Potomac River shoreline. A map and more information is available from the Northern Neck Tourism Commission at www.northernneck.org.

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Go Birding at Patuxent River Park

A short drive from Washington DC and Baltimore, Patuxent River Park boasts more than 7,000 acres of parkland along the Patuxent River. It boasts some of the best birding in the state, along with trails, a boat launch, museums of rural life, and a replica American Indian village.

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Hampton Audio Tour

45 Minutes

Gain access to Hampton's interactive app to take a self-guided tour of the plantation!

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Multi-Park Loop

Park your car and stretch your legs! Visit four different National Parks in Washington, DC and begin logging miles on seven different National Historic or National Scenic trails!

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