Monocacy National Battlefield
Overview
Monocacy National Battlefield is managed by National Park Service and is located near Frederick, Maryland. During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July 9, however, Federal soldiers outnumbered three to one, fought gallantly along the banks of the Monocacy River in an effort to buy time for Union reinforcement to arrive in Washington, DC.
Things to Do at Monocacy National Battlefield
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Monocacy National Battlefield include:
Nearby Activities
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
From the North (U.S. 15) or West (Hagerstown): Use I-70 east and take Exit 54. Bear right then take a left onto Rt. 355. The visitor center will be on the left. From the East (Baltimore): Use I-70 west and take Exit 54. Bear left then take a left onto Rt. 355. The visitor center will be on the left. From the South (Washington): Use I-270 north to I-70 east and take Exit 54. Bear right then take a left onto Rt. 355. The visitor center will be on the the left.
GPS Coordinates: 39.36084236000000, -77.39637677000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (301) 662-3515
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