Chapman State Park
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A state park that once served as an important river crossing, and now offers protected lands for endangered plants and animals.

šŸ“œ State park along the Potomac River, preserving historical grounds and diverse habitats.
šŸ” Located a 30-minute drive south of Washington, D.C. Property purchased by the state of Maryland in 1998, turned into a public park.

Why Go

šŸ° Explore Mount Aventine mansion, built between 1800 and 1860.šŸš¶ Hike trails to the Potomac River, marsh, and family cemetery.
šŸšļø Discover abandoned buildings like a tobacco barn and old farmhouse.
šŸ¦… Observe protected species and forest-dwelling birds, and explore protected lands for endangered plants and animals.

Why Avoid

šŸ…æļø Small gravel parking lot, may be limited.

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Mansion open for tours through the Friends of Chapman Park.
šŸš¶ Hike up clearly marked trail to the mansion.

šŸ…æļø ParkingSmall gravel parking lot.

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