23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led Abraham Lincoln to issue the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.
Yes — your pass gets you in.
Your pass covers the $20 park entrance fee.
- Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee. Entrance - Private Vehicle: $20Entrance - Per Person: $10Entrance - Motorcycle: $15Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach: $100Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus: $40
- HoursThe park grounds and park tour roads close at dark. (20 minutes after sunset).
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 3014325124 · anti_info@nps.gov
Ten miles south of I-70 on Maryland Route 65
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Antietam National Battlefield — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Antietam National Battlefield?
Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.
Yes Can you camp at Antietam National Battlefield?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include 3 Farms Trail, Antietam Remembered, Bloody Lane Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Antietam National Battlefield. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends What are the hours?
The park grounds and park tour roads close at dark. (20 minutes after sunset).
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