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Fort Smallwood Park

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Fort Smallwood Park combines natural beauty with military history, offering stunning views of the Chesapeake Bay. The park's centerpiece is the remains of a historic fort built in the early 1900s, which visitors can explore. A long fishing pier extends into the bay, popular for crabbing and angling. Picnic tables and grills are scattered along the shoreline, making it an ideal spot for a seaside lunch. Trails meander through wooded areas, and a playground entertains children.

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  • Explore the historic fort ruins and read interpretive signs about its past.
  • Fish or crab from the 1,000-foot-long pier over the Chesapeake Bay.
  • Have a waterfront picnic with views of passing ships and wildlife.

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Ways to visit Fort Smallwood Park

You can explore Fort Smallwood Park at your own pace. A tour is worth it mainly for transport, or for pairing it with nearby sights in one day.

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