Monocacy National Battlefield

About

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.

Activities

• Auto and ATV
• Scenic Driving
• Guided Tours
• Self-Guided Tours - Walking
• Self-Guided Tours - Auto
• Hiking
• Front-Country Hiking
• Living History
• Historic Weapons Demonstration
• First Person Interpretation
• Paddling
• Canoeing
• Kayaking
• Junior Ranger Program
• Museum Exhibits
• Shopping
• Bookstore and Park Store
• Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Location

39.36084236, -77.39637677