This place is a joke. Went there yesterday just to drive through the park so I could show it to my…read moregirlfriend and was told by the park ranger that I had to download the app and create an account before we were allowed to get in. They couldn't simply take the $10.00 entry fee let us in and create the account later. Instead they had to inconvenience us and tell me that I had to create an account first, Bottom line is that I will never come back to this dump again. Maryland sucks all around as they have some of the most outdated facilities at virtually all of their state parks. Typical democratic run state

Be aware, do not stay on campground: There are ticks everywhere, including playground. I have never…read moreseen that amount of ticks in my 50-years camping experience. It is difficult to avoid contact with poison ivy. Probably only if you stay on the main road. I reserved 2 campsite: one for 6 people, another was claimed as for 12 people. They are of the same size and advertisement still did not change. Comfortably you can set just one tent on the gravel surface.

I was in Dallas not too long ago and took the opportunity to visit the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey…read morePlaza so when I was zipping along US 301 towards Maryland, I noticed this sign and had to turn around to find it again. It's not easy. A "historic site ahead" sign would be more than helpful as you near mile marker 122. The marker denotes the spot where John Wilkes Booth (why do they always have a middle name?) was encountered by a New York cavalry regiment after he escaped Washington following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The marker reads: "This is the site of Locust Hill, Richard Henry Garrett's farm. Early on the morning of 26 April 1865, a 16th New York Cavalry detachment cornered John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln, and his co-conspirator, David E. Herold, as the two men slept in Garrett's tobacco barn. Herold gave himself up, but Booth refused to surrender. The barn was set on fire, and Sgt. Boston Corbett shot the assassin, still inside. Booth was laid on the porch of the Garrett house and died about sunrise. The house and barn stood a short distance from this spot."

People miss these markers and if you actually take time and read them …read more Your knowledge of history changes with every word. Never knew this happened right here and imagined the chase. Bell Grove plantation is just across the river.

This is a small memorial that is located on the front lawn of the Westmoreland County Courthouse…read more It was sculpted by Michael VanderSommen in 1982. It is the granite bust of a male Vietnam solider located on a pedestal. The pedestal has an inscription that honors all the Vietnam veterans and specifically local vets. The grounds are well maintained and there is free parking in front of the memorial, as well as across the street. The backstory on the memorial is awesome. If was funded by the residents of Montross through fundraisers such as barbecues and yard sales. The memorial is nice, but is very plain and not much to it. I do not see making this memorial a destination stop.

The monument marks the smallest federal cemetery in the nation. Originally built for China's…read moremilitary, in 1863, the Tulip was purchased by the Navy for use in the Potomac Flotilla. On November 11, 1864, she left the flotilla base at St. Inigoes on her way to the Navy shipyards in Washington D.C., for repair. Not long underway, as she passed the Piney Point lighthouse, the boiler exploded and she sank immediately. Only eight of the crew of fifty-seven survived. Some of the unknown dead are buried here in this peaceful locust grove on the shores of the river. Well worth your time to visit.

If you're a fan of tiny towns like I am, you'll really enjoy discovering Port Royal. But, don't…read moreblink or you'll miss this historic "settlement" dating back to 1652. Chartered in 1744, many of the buildings and houses were built in the 1700s and are now part of the town's historic charm. Population of about 200, Port Royal sits next to the Rappahannock River in the Northern Neck of Virginia just off of the James Madison Memorial Bridge. While exploring area, be sure to check out the Port Royal Museum to get a snapshot of this town's significance. It was here that James Wilkes Booth was shot, and also had some Civil War action as well. Tool around the roads off of Route 301 to capture the feel of PR. You will not only see some cool colonial architecture, but you will find a wildlife refuge and some other points of interest. There are several restaurants on the main road, and Horne's is a great travel pit stop! There are several antique shops and a trading post dotted along the highway along with a produce stand and a municipal pier. It won't take long to explore this location but it will linger in your mind as a memorable experience.

I would give cero stars if I could. The library is for people to have a quiet place to study. First…read moreof all the person in the front desk is very rude and have no customers service manner, secondly, the employees there are very noisy, they were laughing loudly, talking out loud like they work in a restaurant or a regular business. Who ever is in charge of this place do something about it, we utilize the library for a reason and we expect to have a friendly and quiet environment.

This used to be a high school a very long time ago. It's a small library. They have books,…read moreaudiobooks, videos and dvds available to take out. Computers are available for people to use along with a printer. There's also a notary there if you need to get some paperwork notarized. They also have newspapers and magazines there to read, but not to sign out. There's a puzzle there on the table if your interested. People there are helpful.

If you suffer from "gephyrophobia", fear of bridges, the Downing bridge may help you conquer that…read morefear! Usually, I'm scared out of my "bridges" when I approach a bridge, whether I driving or a passenger, but this bridge gave me courage to "get over it". Although this is a steel stringer, narrow bridge with no shoulder, it's not too long nor too steep. It's just over a mile long, connecting Tappahannock and Warsaw. The water views across the bridge are quite pretty, especially nearing sunset. Cross the water, you'll see flocks of water birds resting on rustic pylons...they ap-"pier" to be herons, cranes, seagulls, and ospreys. If you pull over underneath the bridge by the Tappahannock side, you won't "egret" it. Weeping willows align the small field with a picnic area and there's a historic marker, a plaque and map describing the history of this part of the Rappahannock River. You can park and climb the rocks or even cast a line for fish. The Warsaw side of the bridge isn't quite so scenic. This bridge was named after a state senator, Thomas J Downing, who lived from 1867-1927. The bridge was constructed originally in 1927 which was a welcome change from the ferries that used to usher people across the River. Then in 1963, it was modernized to the bridge seen today carrying thousands of vehicles per day. As of an inspection in 2017, this bridge was deemed in poor-fair condition but needed some upkeep. Let's give this bridge some support!

It's bridge, y'all. It's arches up and over pretty high, but certainly not as high as many. I've…read morealways known it as the Tappahannock Bridge. It spans over the Rappohannock River, connecting the small town of Tappohannock to the even smaller town of Warsaw. Way back in the day, when we were invincible and clueless, aka, high schoolers, I had friends who seized that dubious double dog dare ya and went plunging into the river below. At night. All survived, but I would never recommend such folly. I know people who have bridge phobias. In my unprofessional opinion, I would rate this drive over as a level 4 on the anxiety scale (based on 1-10). Maybe a 5.8 if you are riding a motorcycle. * . If you are crossing over from the Tappahannock side, look to the tips of the barren trees on the right as you reach the end. You might catch sight of a Red Tail or an Eagle! Enjoy the views! *Felt this must be touched upon for those who might be triggered. You are welcome.

Montross is a cool, sweet town in the Northern Neck... population about 350 which has been around…read moresince the mid-1700s, but was originally called Westmoreland Courthouse established in 1653! There are not a whole lots of businesses in the town square, but the ones they do have rock! There's a hip little coffee/sandwich/art shop, a pizzeria, a Mexican restaurant, a grocery store, a family diner, a brewery, some historic buildings and the famous courthouse, shops, a funky water tower, a farmer's market, a dollar store, a cute LOVE sign, (etc) and of course A LITTLE POST OFFICE! Yes, it's a boring building, square brick, it needs a facelift! The parking lot it patchy, and it's rather dismal inside, and can use to be spiffed up! Just about all the businesses around here have fabulous mural painted on the sides of the buildings, at last count there were about 14 (seeing these murals is a must if you visit this area), planters and are pleasant to look at, then comes this p.o. eyesore. Come on Montross, step it up, and refurbish this important govt. facility and bring it up to date with the rest of this artsy town! The post office is well-stocked and there's a greeting card kiosk, but no passport services.There's definitely that small town vibe here where the employees know most of their neighbors and give them friendly, helpful service. Hours: M-F 8:30-1:30, 2:30-5:00 Saturday 9:30-12:00

Staff is always friendly and even in a busy season they're pretty darn fast. Beats a big post…read moreoffice for sure.