Parks in Knoxville, Maryland

Inscription. To command Maryland Heights' highest point, the Federals built this massive foundation, called the Stone Fort in the winter of 1862-63. Union engineers designed this defense as an infantry blockhouse to ward off Confederate ... More on HMDB

Inscription. Tired and breathless? You are experiencing the hardship of a Union soldier climbing to reach his work place (a fort) or his home (a tent or log cabin). Try ascending this road hauling a 9,700-pound gun tube or a week's ... More on HMDB

Inscription. The charcoal industry required wood; Maryland Heights offered plenty. From 1810 to 1848 the Antietam Iron Works, 7 miles to the north, cut trees on the mountain to make charcoal to fuel its furnace and forges. The burning ... More on HMDB

Inscription. You are standing on the border between North and South during the Civil War. As the highest ridge surrounding Harpers Ferry, Maryland Heights played a prominent role in the strategic operations of both the Union and Confederacy. ... More on HMDB

Inscription. During an inspection in late April 1863, Brig. Gen. John G. Barnard recommended that a gun be placed at a high point on this crest, "surrounded by a wall of sandbags, and arranged to fire not only on Loudoun Heights [across ... More on HMDB

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, ... More on Search.visitmaryland.org

Inscription. Marching from Middletown to seize Maryland Heights, McLaws and Andersons Confederate Divisions crossed South Mountain by this road September 11, 1862. On September 14th Manleys N. C. Battery and elements of Semmes Brigade ... More on HMDB

Inscription. (East Facing Side): Jefferson County: Formed in 1801 from Berkeley. Named for Thomas Jefferson. Home of Generals Gates, Drake, and Charles Lee. Here four companies of Washington's men organized. Shepherdstown was strongly ... More on HMDB

We're open year round for fun in the sun...or what ever else is coming from the sky! Call ahead for trail rides, lessons or overnight boarding while ... More on VisitLoudoun.org

Category: Amusement Places Pocket Change is a top source of entertainment in Maryland. Visit us at our location in Frederick ... More on localamusementparks.com