Fort Foote Park
Federal Recreation Area · Maryland · National Park Service
Fort Foote was constructed in 1863 atop Rozier's Bluff to strengthen the ring of fortifications that encircled Washington, D.C. Two of the Guns that protected Washington are still there along with the remains of the fort's earthworks.
Plan your visit
Know before you go
- Phone
- 771-208-1536
- Official site
- www.nps.gov
- Managed by
- National Park Service
Getting there
What's here
Highlights: Forts · Military · US Army · Wars and Conflicts · Civil War
Activities & features: Hiking
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