First Time Visit to Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge
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First Time Visit to Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge

One amazing and out of the way places you can visit is the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge. If you have ever been or planned to visit the Eastern Shore, this is a great place to pull off for a break, especially right after driving over the impressive the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Going…

Complete Guide to National Park Sites in Virginia: All 22 Sites Worth Visiting
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Complete Guide to National Park Sites in Virginia: All 22 Sites Worth Visiting

I have lived in Virginia for a while and while I may be biased, I think it has it all, from Civil War battlefields to amazing mountain views. As a local who has explored all across the state, I can tell you that you will not be bored checking out the National Park Sites in…

Harpers Ferry Battlefield Driving Tour: The Essential Guide
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Harpers Ferry Battlefield Driving Tour: The Essential Guide

The Harpers Ferry Battlefield Driving Tour offers an excellent way to explore one of the Civil War’s most strategic locations at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Unlike the more famous town of Harpers Ferry itself, this driving tour takes you through the surrounding hills and fields where Confederate General Robert E. Lee launched his first…

Where Rivers and History Converge: Exploring Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
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Where Rivers and History Converge: Exploring Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Looking for a National Park site that combines Civil War history with family-friendly hiking? Harpers Ferry National Historical Park delivers both and then some. We stood where the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers meet, watching a park ranger carefully adjust his monocular to track nesting peregrine falcons. This was just an awesome location that combines history…

Ultimate Monocacy National Battlefield Driving Tour Guide: Complete Family Experience
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Ultimate Monocacy National Battlefield Driving Tour Guide: Complete Family Experience

Sometimes the best family trips are the ones where you blend education with adventure, and the Monocacy National Battlefield driving tour delivers exactly that. During our recent spring break stay in Frederick, Maryland, we carved out an afternoon to explore this significant Civil War site, and it proved to be both enlightening and engaging for…

Best Family Hikes at Catoctin Mountain Park: Complete Trail Guide and Tips
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Best Family Hikes at Catoctin Mountain Park: Complete Trail Guide and Tips

Looking for some family hikes near Washington D.C. that combine stunning views with rich history? You can find the Best Family Hikes at Catoctin Mountain Park in Maryland! It delivers exactly what you need, some well-maintained trails, breathtaking views, and some fresh air to keep both kids and adults interested throughout the day. Essential Information…

Manassas National Battlefield: Complete Guide to Two Historic Civil War Battles
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Manassas National Battlefield: Complete Guide to Two Historic Civil War Battles

Walking Civil War battlefields at Manassas was incredible! Two auto tours, free admission, passport stamps, and the Stone House made this Virginia National Park site unforgettable. See our complete guide!

Antietam Driving Tour: A National Battlefield Exploration
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Antietam Driving Tour: A National Battlefield Exploration

One of the great early battles of the Civil War, Antietam is a must-see visit for any National Park visitor. This site is one of the most well preserved and contained Civil War battlefields in the National Park Service. Its major role during the Civil War and the impact it had on our collective history…