The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail traces War of 1812 troop movements through historic places, waterfront towns, waterways, and landscapes of the Chesapeake region, offering many ways to experience the war and the stories of its people. Travelers can follow the march on Washington through Southern Maryland, paddle wetlands where Barney scuttled his fleet, imagine British attacks from the waterfront of Havre de Grace or St. Michaels, hoist the flag at Fort McHenry, and visit the original Star-Spangled Banner at the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of American History. The trail also combines history with outdoor recreation and family activities, including picnicking, exploring trails, fishing, visiting farmers markets, browsing for antiques, and geocaching on the Star-Spangled Banner Geotrail, and it can be traveled by car, boat, bike, or foot.