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Fort Foote Park
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Fort Foote Park

8915 Fort Foote Road

Oxon Hill, MD

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Type

Park

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Landmarks

About this place

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.

Website

National Park Service information

Hours

Fort Foote Park

Monday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Tuesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Wednesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Thursday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Friday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Saturday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Sunday
6:00AM - 10:00PM

The park is open daily for pedestrian access from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and the parking lot is open from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Fort Foote Park Gated Areas

Monday
9:00AM - 10:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 10:00PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 10:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 10:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 10:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 10:00PM
Sunday
9:00AM - 10:00PM

Open daily for pedestrian access from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and for vehicle access through gated areas from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; gates are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

Directions

From the Beltway (I495/I95), take Exit 3, Indian Head Highway south (MD210/Indian Head Highway) and drive for approximately 3.5 miles to Old Fort Road. Turn right for 1 mile to Fort Foote Road S, turn left. Follow the winding road through the residential area to entrance sight on the left for the fort. If driving north on MD210/Indian Head Highway turn left onto the 2nd Old Fort Road you come to (Old Fort Rd cross 210 twice). There will be a McDonald's on your left at the correct traffic light.

Official directions

Weather & Seasonal Notes

Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

Activities

Hiking

Courtesy of the National Park Service

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