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Located in the Cumberland Valley, 18 miles west of Hagerstown and one mile south of I-70 near Big Pool (Rt. 56, Exit 12). The park is 88 miles from Baltimore and 81 miles from Washington, D.C.
This is a fascinating historical site and one I wasn’t aware of until I first visited. I have been interested in the history of the French and Indian War period and what life was like for colonists on the frontier. The guides here were very knowledgeable and I learned a great deal about the role of colonial militias during this period. This is definitely worth a visit.
Tony and I stopped by Fort Frederick State Park in Big Pool, MD. We got there at 4pm and the visitors center was already closing.
It cost $5 for our vehicle for park entrance fees. We couldn't watch the 10 minute video because they were closing due to no activity.
We drove over to the parking lot for the actual fort. The Fort was still open but unmanned so the interior buildings were locked.
The Fort was built in 1756 for the Indian wars against the white settlement. It was later used in Revolutionary war and Civil War. It's almost 300 yrs old
It's a stone fort with very thick high walls.
Definitely a nice park. There is a store but it was closed too. There is a campground down along the Potomac River.
Definitely recommend you visit when in the area. I would go back again! A great price!!!
Great state park. Sunday of Labor Day Weekend and very few folks here. Was just great. MD has some of the best spots to get away to if you are willing to venture just a bit further than most.
If you are a history buff, this is really amazing to see. Lots of information from a lovely young lady in period dress and in the welcome area. Well worth the stop if you are in the area. And bonus, it's only a short distance from the Antietam battlegrounds.
