Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm

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The diverse history of Maryland and our national heritage can be experienced at Oxon Cove Park. Through hands-on programs and other activities, you can experience farm life and how its changed over time. Explore how the park evolved from a plantation home during the War of 1812, to a hospital farm, to the park you can visit today.

Farm Sunrise

Sunrise at the Farm

Pigs

Young visitors meet the pigs at Oxon Hill Farm.

Minnie and the Dairy Barn

Minnie the Dairy Cow outside of the Dairy Barn, where visitors can learn how to milk at 10am every morning.

Farrier

Our farrier regularly maintains the hooves of the horses at Oxon Hill Farm.

Milking Minnie

Join us in the Dairy Barn every morning at 10am to learn how to milk Minnie the Dairy Cow

Sunset at Oxon Cove Park

The sun sets at the main entrance to Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm

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While our mailing address is on Oxon Hill Road, the parking lot entrance to the park is on Bald Eagle Road. Bald Eagle Road can be accessed from the Capital Beltway (I-495/I-95), as well as Indian Head Highway (MD-210) and Oxon Hill Road (MD-414). For detailed directions, please visit our website at http://www.nps.gov/oxhi/planyourvisit/directions.htm

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Visitor Barn Facility

The Visitor Barn at Oxon Hill Farm is the first stop you should make when visiting the park. Inside, you will find park brochures, Junior Ranger books, and a Park Ranger to answer all questions. The Visitor Barn also houses the park bookstore where you can purchase souvenirs and gifts for the family.

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