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# Washington Monument State Park

Frederick · Washington · Maryland Department of Natural Resources

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

**Managing agency**: Maryland Department of Natural Resources

[Official park information](https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/washington.aspx)

We have not yet verified hours, entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks.

## Weather & forecast

National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=39.49859&lon=-77.62346500000001)

## About Washington Monument State Park

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 rugged stone tower that was initially erected by the citizens of Boonsboro in 1827. The monument makes it an ideal site for spotting migratory birds such as hawks, eagles and falcons, especially in mid-September. The main office for South Mountain State Battlefield is located in Washington Monument State Park. Stop by the park office or museum to learn more about the first major Civil War battle fought in Maryland. The main parking area, picnic pavilion and museum are accessible to the mobility impaired. The comfort station, however, is not.

## Find your way.

Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

[Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/washington.aspx)

## Read before you roam.

[THE FIELD GUIDE

### How to read park closures & visitor notices

Check the affected area, source, dates, and last verification before planning a Maryland park visit.

Read the guide](https://marylandparks.org/guides/understanding-park-notices)[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Pests, treatments & Maryland park visits

Understand pest notices, treatment schedules, and the difference between regional guidance and a documented park impact.

Read the guide](https://marylandparks.org/guides/pests-and-park-visits)[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Plan a Maryland park day

A practical sequence for choosing a park, checking access, reading the forecast, and finding official visitor information.

Read the guide](https://marylandparks.org/guides/planning-a-maryland-park-day)

## Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 15, 2026.

- [Maryland state park directory](https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/parkmap.aspx) · Oct 15, 2026

- [Maryland DNR lands](https://mdgeodata.md.gov/imap/rest/services/Environment/MD_ProtectedLands/FeatureServer/0) · Oct 15, 2026

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## Nearby parks.

Within 35 miles in a straight line. Travel distances and entrances vary.

[All parks](https://marylandparks.org/parks)

[Frederick · Washington

### Appalachian National Scenic Trail

U.S. PARK SERV.](https://marylandparks.org/parks/appalachian-national-scenic-trail)

[Frederick · Washington

### South Mountain State Park

Maryland Department of Natural Resources](https://marylandparks.org/parks/south-mountain-state-park)

[Washington

### Shafer Park

Town of Boonsboro](https://marylandparks.org/parks/shafer-park)