Hampton National Historic Site preserves what remains of a once 25,000-acre enslavement plantation. For hundreds of years, enslaved people, indentured servants, tenant farmers, paid laborers, and the Ridgely family all made their own contributions to Hampton, creating a space where cruelty and decadence collide to prov
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursThe Visitor Contact Station is open 9am – 4pm Thursday through Sunday. Grounds are open every day from dawn to dusk. Park is closed every year on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. The park, or portions of t
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- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
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Hampton is easy to get to because it's close to three interstate highways--routes 695, 70, and 95. From the Baltimore Beltway (I 695) eastbound or westbound: Take Exit 27B, Dulaney Valley Road northbound. Take the first right turn onto Hampton Lane. The park will be on your right, about one mile fro
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Hampton National Historic Site — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Hampton National Historic Site?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Hampton National Historic Site. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Hampton National Historic Site. 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 Visitor Contact Station is open 9am – 4pm Thursday through Sunday. Grounds are open every day from dawn to dusk. Park is closed every year on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. The park, or portions of t
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