# Fort Frederick State Park

> A stone fort from 1756, built during the French and Indian War and restored with barracks, beside the C&O Canal towpath. Small entry fee; a quiet campground l

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A stone fort from 1756, built during the French and Indian War and restored with barracks, beside the C&O Canal towpath. Small entry fee; a quiet campground lies near the Potomac.

- **Nearest town:** Big Pool, MD
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 39.6070, -78.0060

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