Historic Burnside Stone Bridge

LOVE the Burnside Sycamore and its' history. The idea that this is the same tree that the Antietam soldiers fought around really connects visitors to the history of the battle. I also noticed that they've built a fence around the tree for its protection and totally respect that. This is a top attraction out of town visitors, they are always humbled and impressed.

Beautiful and historic site. Burnside’s Bridge is peaceful to walk across today, but it’s powerful knowing the role it played during the Battle of Antietam. The views along Antietam Creek are scenic, and the trail around the bridge is well maintained. A must-see stop if you’re visiting the battlefield.”l

As a War of Rights player, I have killed a many Reb, and Union on this battlefield, but as a history nerd, and a Maryland, I feel a cultural, and sacred call to that place; I had ancestors who fought on that field, And probably some that died. As a Son of Maryland. This is a place where Marylanders on both sides made contact with each other. This is an Amazing place to remember our history, and heritage.

Well preserved and maintained. Good parking areas and overlooks and trails. Bridge accessible for people with handicaps via special parking nearer the bridge. Historic markers were present detailing important information about the role of the bridge, creek, and topography in the skirmishes/ battles that occurred there. Monuments also present here commemorative of the troop regiments that fought here.

Here is the icon that encapsulates Antietam National Battlefield. There was a Park Ambassador setup for those that wanted more details of this area. You can get a glimpse of it from the top and there are several plaques along the way that provide historical guides like other parks. When you get to the bottom and cross the bridge, there are some monuments. The largest was for the 51st NewYork Infantry. There are several decorative ones commemorating other groups. If inclined, there are some walking paths for those that want to look around the area. Don’t forget to check out the large monument dedicated to William McKinley which is right before the additional parking area. They have plenty of parking for any vehicles. There was a 2 car handicap area by the left ramp, but otherwise, you will need to park at the regular area. There are 2 sides to approach from with one being the ramp for wheelchairs. The other one has some steps, but mostly a walkway that spirals to the bottom. This was definitely the highlight of the tour. When you wind out of the park, there is a local winery if interested.

Beautiful walk and so much history.

Suck a beautiful walk to experience. Park and walk down a few levels of steps, a winding walkway, then make your way across the bridge to find an array of monuments. Stop and read the informative signs and learn about the bridge. Be prepared to have some burning calves of you're not used to walking a lot of steps or hills!

This was a wonderful stop along the battlefield tour. Just a short paved walk from the parking lot.