Road trips are a great way to see sights around your state that you may not have ever taken the chance to see. They’re also an affordable way to visit these places — and most destinations around Maryland can be reached in less than a day. That means you don’t have to splurge on a hotel room, either! If you are a local of Maryland or if you’re visiting, Fort McHenry is one of the best road trips you can take in the state! Fort McHenry is an inexpensive road trip destination in Maryland that offers endless opportunities for fun.

Fort McHenry is located on Locust Point, a neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland, situated on the harbor.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore, MD
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The eponymous fort is most famous for its part in the Battle of Baltimore. On September 13-14, 1814, it was the location of a major U.S. history against the British Navy.
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Throughout the Fort, old cannons used to protect and defend can be seen pointing out towards the harbor.
old cannons at Fort McHenry in Baltimore, MD
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Although the historical significance is a major appeal to visitors, so are the ghost stories.
the barracks at Fort McHenry in Baltimore, MD
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Staff members and visitors alike have reported seeing phantom soldiers both inside the fort, as well as "patrolling" the borders. Fort McHenry was a location that contained Confederate soldiers as prisoners of war -- and many believe they are still locked up in these walls.
outside Fort McHenry in Baltimore, MD
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In the battle of Fort McHenry during the war of 1812, four American soldiers, along with 330 British soldiers perished. But are they really gone?
Putting the ghost tales aside, it's important to note that during that legendary battle, "The Star-Spangled Banner" was born, as Francis Scott Key observed the battle from a distance.
the flying flag at Fort McHenry in Baltimore, MD
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Taking a trip to Fort McHenry is a wonderful way to learn about one of the most remarkable events in U.S. history. Plus, maybe you'll see a spirit or two -- you never know!

Have you taken a road trip to Fort McHenry before? Do you agree that it’s one of the coolest places to visit in Maryland?

For more inexpensive road trips in Maryland, be sure to check out these 10 affordable adventures!

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