South Mountain Battlefield State Park
Designated as a state battlefield, the park encompasses the three gaps of South Mountain (Crampton's, Fox's and Turner's) that were the scene of the September 14, 1862 battle just days before the Battle of Antietam.
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See website for hours.
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May 24, 2024
Steve BAn enlightening battlefield tour that was more than expected
Civil War buffs who are visiting the Antietam Battlefield and Harper's Ferry should take time to visit South Mountain. This mountainous area between Frederick and Sharpsburg, accessed via historic...
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May 17, 2024
J8896YQlauriesDisappointing
Don’t bother doing this as a civil war battlefield visit. Minimal information and well off the beaten path. Spend your time elsewhere.
Read MoreNovember 05, 2021
Experience746644To better undertand the Battle of Antietam, tour the South Mountain Battlefield
I recently had a 3 hour guided tour of the South Mountain Battlefield by Laura Marfut. She carefully explained all aspects of the battle, discussed tactics, and gave a good sense of what the...
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