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Fort Frederick State Park is a Maryland state park surrounding the restored Fort Frederick, a star fort active in the French and Indian War (1754–1763) and the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). The park is south of the town of Big Pool on the Potomac River; the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal runs through the park grounds. The site was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1973.HistoryFrench and Indian WarFort Frederick was built in 1756-57 by the colony of Maryland. During the French and Indian War in 1756, a £6000 appropriation was authorized by the Maryland Legislature at the request of Governor Horatio Sharpe to build a fortification on the frontier. The fort, named after Frederick Calvert, 6th Baron Baltimore, was completed the following year. "The fort's design, which was developed by Sebastian Vauban, a French engineer, is a large square with four diamond-shaped bastions. This is typical of 18th century fortifications. The fort is built of native sandstone."The large stone fort was designed primarily as a place of refuge for area settlers. Between 1757 and 1758, small raids by Indians in nearby settlements caused settlers in the surrounding countryside to flee eastward. At the same time men of the 60th Regiment of Foot and local militia soldiers garrisoned the fort. Ranging parties were sent from the fort to patrol the area and to deter if not prevent Indian raids.

Address: 11100 Fort Frederick Rd, Big Pool, MD 21711, USA
Phone: (301) 842-2155
State: Maryland
City: Big Pool
Zip Code: 21711


Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Reviews
very cool place to literally walk back into time ..we went with the dogs (it was off season) but they are not allowed ..we went back again (offseason) and just walked around it was peaceful and intriguing the fort walls are beautiful
7 years ago (01-03-2018)
Great place to visit. Has a campground as well. Very peaceful and quiet. The history is very interesting as well.
7 years ago (27-01-2018)
Had a fun time with my family here. Would go back any time it's nice out!
7 years ago (27-02-2018)
Amazing historical site ... Great for multiple visits throughout each season ... Love the Market Faire ... Blend of different historical periods ... Wicked tours especially during the Halloween season ...
8 years ago (24-12-2017)
I love old forts, and this is a great place to learn about the role of Maryland in America's colonial history. I attended the recent French and Indian War Muster and really enjoyed the battle reenactment. The people who work there are very friendly and knowledgeable, from the park officials, to the reenactors, to the sweet old man working in the nature center.
8 years ago (28-08-2017)
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