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Fort McHenry

The birthplace of the "Star Spangled Banner," Maryland's Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine tells the origin story of America's national anthem.

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Nearby Parks Around Fort McHenry

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91.3 mi away

Shenandoah

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Cuyahoga

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Cape Cod

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443.2 mi away

Congaree

National Park · SC

454.4 mi away

Great Smoky

National Park · NC

536.1 mi away

Mammoth Cave

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Fort McHenry

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89.6 mi away

Big Spring State Park

The 200-foot-high limestone mesa, and views it offers, are the highlight of this park.

89.8 mi away

Front Royal, Va.

The "Canoe Capital of Virginia" has much more than just paddling to offer.

90.0 mi away

Front Royal Entrance Station

The Front Royal Entrance Station serves as the northernmost entrance to the park.

90.7 mi away

Compton Peak

The fairly steep and rocky ascent of this double-topped peak includes a great example of columnar jointing, a unique geologic feature.

90.7 mi away

Compton Gap

Compton Gap sits at an elevation of 2,415 feet and is a trail access point.

91.2 mi away

Hickerson Hollow Trail

A short trail for hikers and horses carries the adventurer down Hickerson Hollow.