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Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail MD,VA,DC

Lat, Long: 39.2872505188, -76.6034317017

Designation: National Historic Trail

The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is a collection of sites impacted by the War of 1812. These local, historic sites tell the story of the Chesapeake Campaign, culminating in the writing of our National Anthem. In addition to their historic significance, many of the sites along the trail are fantastic places to go for a walk, explore the outdoors, and access local waterways.

Weather:

The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is made up of parks, museums, outdoor trails, and waterways throughout the Chesapeake Bay region. Weather can effect the hours of operation and access points to many sites along the trail. Exercise caution when exploring the trail outdoors. Dress appropriately for seasonal conditions such as heat, snow, and ice. Parks, museums, and visitor centers may be impacted by weather conditions year round. Please call ahead to your planned trail stop for updates on

Directions:

The Trail's headquarters is at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine. The park is three miles southeast of the Baltimore Inner Harbor and just off I-95. Follow the brown Fort McHenry directional signs along all major routes to the park. From I-95 northbound, take Exit 55 Key Highway and follow Fort McHenry signs. To visit other trail locations, download a trail map.

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Address/Contact:

2400 East Fort Avenue

Baltimore, US, 21230

Phone: 410.962.4290

Email: Star-Spangled-Trail_info@nps.gov

Entrance Fees:

A tall ship sails on the water.Image of a large historic house with green lawn in foreground.A close-up of the White House portico.A person in a yellow kayak paddles through lotus blossoms.People in 18th century period clothing standing in a line and firing muskets.