1st Maine Battery overview
1st Maine Battery
Visitors to the 1st Maine Battery can see the well-preserved earthworks and cannon emplacements used by the Union Army during the Civil War. The site also features interpretive signs that provide historical context and information about the battles fought in the area.
One unique thing that visitors might see at the 1st Maine Battery is the cannonball holes that are still visible in the earthworks. These holes are a reminder of the intense fighting that took place at the site.
Additionally, the site offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby York River. Visitors can take a guided tour of the site or explore on their own.
Overall, the 1st Maine Battery is a fascinating point of interest that offers a glimpse into America's Civil War history. It's a great place to visit for anyone interested in learning more about this important period in our nation's past.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Ogdens Cave State Natural Area Preserve
- Ed Stump Playground
- Happy Creek Park
- Shenandoah River State Park
- Izaak Walton Park
- Jim Barnett Ampitheatre
Campgrounds
- Elizabeth Furnace Family Campground
- Elizabeth Furnace
- Mudhole Gap Camping
- Little Crease Shelter
- Shenandoah River - Guest State Park
- Commercial Campground
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save 1st Maine Battery as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About 1st Maine Battery
What is 1st Maine Battery?
A point of interest in Virginia tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
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