Two brown cows graze in a field

Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm

visit on nps.gov

Info

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.

Park Photos

Two brown cows graze in a field
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Two Jersey cows graze in their pasture

Credit: (NPS/CLaBarge)

Two brown cows graze in a field
Sunrise at the Farm
Farrier repairs horse hooves
Young visitors meet the pigs.
A white brick two story building
A paved walkway along a wooded shoreline

Activities

  • Biking
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hands-On
  • Hiking
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store

Operating Hours

Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

DayHours
Wednesday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Monday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Sunday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday
8:00AM - 4:30PM

Oxon Cove Park is open daily for pedestrian access from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and for vehicle access through gated areas from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

DayHours
Wednesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Monday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Thursday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Sunday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Tuesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Friday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Saturday
6:00AM - 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 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

DayHours
Wednesday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Monday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Sunday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday
8:00AM - 4:30PM

Weather info

Make sure that you wear appropriate shoes and clothing. Closed-toe shoes are recommended, sneakers or comfortable boots are best. Dress for the season, light clothes in summer, layers in spring and fall, and warm coats in winter. Cooler days are often the best days to visit Oxon Hill Farm if you’re interested in seeing farm animals or wildlife out and about. There are still lots of things to see and do on hotter days, just make sure to keep hydrated and take frequent breaks.

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