In September 1862, General Robert E. Lee moved his Confederate army into Maryland, hoping that a military victory on Union soil would gain foreign support for the Southern cause. Lee’s ensuing campaign came to a head with the Battle of Antietam. White’s Ferry to Frederick Including MD 107, MD 109, MD 28, MD 355, MD 85, MD 80 & I-70 Confederate soldiers forded the Potomac River and entered Maryland near White’s Ferry. Cavalries then clashed[...]
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Sharpsburg 1804 landmark surrounded by Antietam Battlefield, Harpers Ferry; C&O Canal nearby. Beautiful private rooms, full country-style breakfasts. Bicycle rentals and battlefield guides available.
Spend an afternoon feeling the freedom of sailing aboard an historic skipjack, discover mysteries about the Chesapeake’s waters and its seafood industry, take a charter fishing tour and land your record rockfish, marvel at iconic lighthouses aboard a ferry boat, or kayak through peaceful marshlands to observe a natural ecosystem in action. You’re welcome to enjoy the best of Maryland by exploring the Chesapeake Bay on a guided water-based tour with a Chesapeake Bay Storyteller[...]
Drive the Lower Susquehanna Scenic Byway Quack at the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum Walk along the Promenade for views of the Susquehanna Flats Snap your pic at the Concord Point Lighthouse Sample chocolate or treat yourself to ice cream at Bomboy’s Homemade Candies & Ice Cream Stroll the grounds at Susquehanna Lock House Museum Experience the working craftsmen demonstrations at Steppingstone Farm Museum Explore the Rock Run Mill at Susquehanna State Park Bike or[...]
Oldest outfitter in the Harpers Ferry, WV area. We offer whitewater rafting, tubing, kayaking, canoeing kids' summer camps, tent camping, RV camping, and cabin rentals. We also offer airsoft, shuttles, team building, lessons, and more.
Bike rentals. Enjoy a ride on the scenic towpath along Potomac River (Harpers Ferry area). Helmets, baskets, locks and historical guide sheet provided. Rental shop located in Brunswick, MD on W Potomac St, adjacent to the new National Park Service C&O Canal.
Discover Maryland's Eastern Shore, just 47 miles from Washington, D.C. Experience the breathtaking views, award-winning restaurants, live entertainment, waterfront accommodations and dock bars. Explore the wetlands and woodlands by boat, bike or kayak.Visit for assistance with directions and information as we guide you to local destination points and the sights of the region. Enjoy the museum, gallery and the beautiful Ferry Point Park.
Kent Narrows Chesapeake Heritage and Visitor Center 425 Piney Narrows Rd, Chester Pokespot Cross Island Trail 60 Piney Narrows Rd, Chester Pokespot Ferry Point Park 425 Piney Narrows Rd, Chester Pokespot Mears Point Marina 428 Kent Narrows Way N, Grasonville gym Watermen's Memorial 3032 Kent Narrows Way S, Grasonville pokespot Fisherman's Crab Deck 3032 Kent Narrows Way S, Grasonville gym Harris House 433 Kent Narrows Way N, Grasonville gym Kent Island- Historic Stevensville Arts and[...]
Harriet Tubman Harriet Tubman—Underground Railroad conductor, abolitionist, Civil War spy and nurse, suffragist, and humanitarian. Born into slavery in early 1822 in Dorchester County, Maryland, Tubman rose above horrific childhood adversity to emerge with a will of steel. Owing her success to unique survival techniques honed in the forests, fields and marshes of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Tubman transcended victimization to pursue lifelong dreams of freedom, equality, and justice. Named Araminta, or “Minty,” by her parents[...]
1. Great Falls of the Potomac Overlook These raging rapids of the Potomac are a massive stretch of whitewater and several waterfalls that drop a total of 76 feet and challenge the best paddlers in the world. Just off the towpath, the Great Falls of the Potomac Overlook offers a truly inspiring vista, and a great place to begin your C&O Canal adventure from the east. 2. Antietam National Battlefield Located in the Canal Town[...]