Located atop South Mountain, Washington Monument State Park is named for the first completed monument dedicated to the memory of George Washington. The Washington Monument is a …

Washington Monument State Park is a public recreation area located approximately one mile (1.6 km) southeast of Boonsboro, Maryland. The park preserves the Washington Monument, a 40 …

The Washington Monument museum contains displays and artifacts about the history of the monument. Exhibits also include a summary of the 1862 Maryland Campaign and a fiber-optic …

Site of first monument erected to "Father of Our Country," President George Washington. The Cumberland Valley offers superb bird-watching opportunities; the Appalachian Trail passes …

Washington Monument State Park can be reached off Interstate 70 eastbound via Exit 35, MD Route 66. Go south on Route 66 (turn right) and travel approximately 6 miles to MD Alternate …

Jul 1, 2024 · There is a short and easy trail in Washington Monument State Park that leads to the first completed monument dedicated to George Washington. The trail also offers a gorgeous …

Feb 25, 2025 · The National Park Service was given jurisdiction over the Washington Monument in 1933, and the first restoration of the structure began as a Depression Era public works …

In Washington County, four miles east of Boonsboro and 1 1/2 miles north of Alternate Route 40 on Monument Road, Washington Monument State Park is named for the first monument in the …

The Washington Monument, which sits near the summit of South Mountain's Monument Knob, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Built in 1827, the original tower …

Explore one of 1 easy hiking trails in Washington Monument State Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging …