Antietam Campaign Byway
Places to Visit

  • South Mountain

    South Mountain (MD)

    South Mountain is rich in both Civil War history and landscape, being the continuation of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

    Location:

    Separates the Shenandoah Valley and Cumberland Valley from the eastern part of Maryland. South Mountain is the continuation of the Blue Ridge Mountains after they enter Maryland.
  • Washington Monument

    Washington Monument (MD)

    Each stone of the Washington Monument is unique, and was donated by various states or civic organizations to celebrate George Washington's contributions to America's freedoms.

    Location:

    At Turner's Gap on U.S. 40.
  • Harpers Ferry National Historic Park

    Harpers Ferry National Historic Park (WV)

    Harpers Ferry played a prominent role in the Nation's history and many interpretive themes can be explored here by visitors.

    Distance from byway: 8 mi / 12.9 km
    Travel time: 15 minutes
    Directions:

    Take Harper's Ferry Road south from Antietam, MD.