Monocacy National Battlefield

Category: State park in Frederick, Maryland

Address: 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, USA

Phone: +13016623515

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–5PM

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

Lee Rosenzweig

Sep 30, 2022

One of the lesser known and rarely mentioned battles of the Civil War but an important and vital battle. It marked the 3rd and final time Confederate forces invaded the north with the intention of capturing Washington DC. Friendly, knowledgeable and courteous staff. The self-guided driving tour was great and the sites they covered give the visitor an excellent view of what occurred here. The museum located in the visitor's center is worth seeing. I highly recommend this for Civil War and history lover alike...

Christopher Lang

Sep 26, 2022

Neat area to explore that had some key events pertaining to saving Washington DC in the Civil War. Lots of cool houses and sights to see and explore, and the visitor center has a lot of local information too. Great for anyone who's a history lover and wants to explore Frederick.

Rusty Coulbourne

Sep 10, 2022

Great views and history

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Questions & Answers

Are the trails accessible during the government shutdown?

Natalie Wirtz | Oct 7, 2019
Melissa Jedlicka | Oct 7, 2019

We freely accessed the trails, I don't think there is anything to stop you.

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Have there been any Black Bear or Coyote sightings within the park's limits? Would visitors need to maintain safety regulations to prevent wildlife attacks? Thanks.

GEOfinity | Aug 7, 2022
MrRebelyell83 bo | Aug 7, 2022

Any wildlife, in any park, should be avoided at all costs. Park service at Monacacy would be better suited for this question. I live 1000+ miles away.

How long are the trails

tom k | Oct 6, 2020
William Hussey | Oct 6, 2020

They vary in distances but not far.

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Can you enter the place 24/7 ???

Douglas -n- Faith Chaffman | Oct 6, 2020
Joaquin Olson | May 9, 2022

The visitor center closes at 5pm daily. The park stays open after sunset though.

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I will be going to Fredrick for work. Is the battle field free to enter

Dennis Doan Jr | Oct 7, 2019
Sharon Rumley | Oct 7, 2019

Yes

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If the hours of 9-5 are for the visitors center. If I wanted to just walk around the park, is it effectively open from dawn to dusk (based on the closing time's responses)?

Sydni Sanville | Oct 7, 2019
Joaquin Olson | May 9, 2022

Yes, but I would not recommend going at night because the visitor center can answer a lot of these type of questions and can entertain you during your visit.

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What time do you Close

Leoncio gutierrez | Oct 7, 2018
Mary Kay Walsh | Oct 7, 2018

The visitor's center closes at 5, but the battlefield locations are open until dark.

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