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Things to do in Thomas Stone

The National Park Service lists 8 things to do at Thomas Stone National Historic Site. 8 have no extra fee, 8 need no reservation, and 7 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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All (8) Hiking (5)Road Biking (2)Guided Tours (1)

Bicycle Colton's Point to Port Tobacco

For those seeking to explore Southern Maryland or to travel the extent of the Potomac Heritage NST corridor, bicycling and paddling, combined with some short hikes, are the best self-powered ways to experience the area.

Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Road Biking

Bicycle Port Tobacco to Smallwood State Park

Port Tobacco Historic District and Smallwood State Park provide a contrast in landscape diversity, and travel between them is a fine bicycle ride. This route is part of the Adventure Cycling Association Tidewater Potomac Heritage Bicycling Route.

Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Road Biking

Farm Outbuildings
Photo: NPS Photo/Stephen Girimont

Farm Outbuildings Loop

Explore the outbuildings of Haberdeventure, the plantation of Thomas Stone.

90-120 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Hiking

Long Loop: Stone Family Cemetery

Looking for a longer, scenic stroll to the Stone family cemetery? This is a longer segment of a larger nature trail system.

60-90 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Hiking

Stone Mansion
Photo: NPS image

Long Loop: Stone Mansion

Hike along a more moderate trail to get to the Stone Mansion. Experience more of the natural world on the way to the Mansion.

50-90 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Hiking

Short Loop: Stone Family Cemetery

Take a stroll to the Stone family cemetery. This is a segment of a larger nature trail system at Thomas Stone National Historic Site.

10-15 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Hiking

Stone Mansion
Photo: NPS image

Short Loop: Stone Mansion

Take a short walk to get to the Stone Mansion, the home of Thomas Stone.

30-60 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Hiking

A two story brick building with two attached side buildings.
Photo: NPS

Tour the Thomas Stone House

Join a ranger for a 30 minute guided tour of the Thomas Stone House to explore Thomas Stone's life as a planter, a lawyer, a politician, and a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

30-45 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall

Guided Tours

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Thomas Stone. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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