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Near one of the thinnest sections of Maryland, where the borders of West Virginia and Pennsylvania draw near, is Fort Frederick State Park. When you book an RV in Washington County, it will be easy to explore not only the state park but this section of Maryland, too. Folks who motorhome camp near Fort Frederick State Park can explore this former frontier defense that was crucial for protecting pioneers during the French and Indian War.

Fort Frederick State Park is focused on the stone fort and is named after Maryland’s Lord Proprietor, Frederick Calvert, Sixth Lord Baltimore. The state park went through some improvements during the 1930s while the Civilian Conservation Corps helped build the on-site museum and visitor center. The park covers over 580 acres of land, and renting an RV at Fort Frederick State Park is a fabulous way to explore every nook and cranny until your heart's content.

During your outdoor adventure at Fort Frederick State Park, you will also find yourself near Hagerstown, MD, which has its own museums, history, and modern amenities to enjoy.

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Getting Outdoors

Although the fort is one of the primary attractions of Fort Frederick State Park, there is plenty else to do after you’ve explored the preserved stone walls. Fishing and boating are popular activities for guests camping with an RV at the state park, and there are a few different places at which to enjoy these activities. Big Pool Lake has a boat ramp and diverse fish like largemouth bass, catfish, carp, and bluegill, while Beaver Pond is a bit more suited for younger anglers. The Potomac River is also an option for both fishing and boating.

There are a few different hiking trails to explore throughout Fort Frederick State Park when you rent a camper near here. The Beaver Pond Trail is rated easy in difficulty and covers less than half a mile in total. The main purpose of the trail is to provide access to the wetlands surrounding the campground, and hikers often spot waterfowl, birds, turtles, deer, and more on this hike. The Plantation Trail is a bit longer and is rated as moderate, so be sure to explore both while you are wandering on foot throughout the park.

There is a large picnic pavilion located within the park that is covered, an ideal destination to enjoy a meal outdoors even while it is raining outside., There are grills near the picnic pavilion, and a nearby playground will help keep the kids entertained while you cook. The picnic pavilion is reservable, so be sure to book it for the dates you plan on renting an RV and visiting the park.

Camping at Fort Frederick State Park

Fort Frederick State Park is home to a campground, and many guests love visiting this park because of how convenient the state park RV campgrounds here are. There are about 30 campsites at the park, all of which are equipped with stone dust camping pads, a picnic table, a fire ring, and a lantern post. None of the campsites have water or electricity, so you’ll need to bring in everything you plan on using during your stay.

These campgrounds have centrally located portable toilets during the warmer months of the year, and a comfort station with flushing toilets and a rinse-off station is available near the fort’s main parking lot. The campsites can be reserved ahead of time, so once you know the dates that you’ll have your rental RV, be sure to book a site to extend your stay.

Exploring the Area

Hagerstown, which is just east of the park, is one of the most convenient large towns to visit while camping at Fort Frederick State Park. Hagerstown is home to over half a dozen interesting museums, many of which explore diverse topics that include both international and regional focuses. The Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum is focused on model trains and restored engines, and helps tell the story of the train yard that surrounds it.

Other museums in town include the Hagerstown Railroad Museum, the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, the Jonathan Hager House Museum, the Vietnam Monument, the Discovery Station at Hagerstown, the Miller House, the Doleman Black Heritage Museum, and more. Between these many museums, it shouldn’t be hard to spend days exploring, and there are many restaurants throughout town to keep you well-fed while learning.

Once you’ve exhausted your entertainment options in Hagerstown, head either west to Cumberland or further east to Frederick, MD, as both of these towns have plenty to offer. When you camp in an RV near Frederick, you’ll be able to explore the nation’s capital, which is only a short drive away.

Between Cumberland and Frederick, you’ll find many diverse and delicious restaurants, ranging from American to international. Exploring this part of the country with an RV is a great way to learn about the early history of the nation, so be sure to leave plenty of time in your itinerary for fun, educational adventures.

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