Transpeninsular Line Marker
Marking the start of the historic Mason and Dixon Line, this 1768 stone is a pivotal point in American history.
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Transpeninsular Line Marker
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Must-see attractions
Marking the start of the historic Mason and Dixon Line, this 1768 stone is a pivotal point in American history.
"A very cool geographic landmark marking the beginning of the Mason and Dixon Line survey."
Easy Pull-Off
There's a convenient pull-off area near the marker, making it a quick and accessible stop on your journey. 🚗
Protected Site
The markers are protected under a structure, ensuring their preservation for future visitors. 🛡️
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4.7 · 13 reviews
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Historical Landmark
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Middle Point Stone
Original Mason and Dixon Line survey start
The double crownstone from England, set in 1768, marking the beginning of the historic Mason and Dixon Line.
Mason and Dixon's Legacy
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Reflect on the incredible feat of astronomers and surveyors working by starlight to define borders.
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Easy Pull-Off
There's a convenient pull-off area near the marker, making it a quick and accessible stop on your journey. 🚗
Protected Site
The markers are protected under a structure, ensuring their preservation for future visitors. 🛡️
Historic Significance
Take a moment to appreciate the historical weight of this spot, where surveyors worked long ago. :star2:
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Easy Pull-Off
There's a convenient pull-off area near the marker, making it a quick and accessible stop on your journey. 🚗
Protected Site
The markers are protected under a structure, ensuring their preservation for future visitors. 🛡️
Historic Significance
Take a moment to appreciate the historical weight of this spot, where surveyors worked long ago. :star2:
What Travellers Say
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Visitors find the Transpeninsular Line Marker a cool and historic landmark, appreciating its significance as the start of the Mason and Dixon Line. While it's a simple monument, its historical context and the ease of access make it a worthwhile quick stop for those interested in American history.
"The Middle Point Stone monument is a double crownstone from England set on September 10, 1768 by the joint commissioners of PA-MD at the conclusion of the Mason and Dixon Line survey. It replaced the smaller crownstone set by Mason and Dixon in December 1765. This is marks the beginning of the Mason and Dixon Line. The end of the Mason and Dixon survey is Brown's Hill PA-WV marked with the 1883 Brown's Hill Stone. The end of the Mason and Dixon Line is the southwest corner of PA marked with the 1883 WV-PA Sinclair Cornerstone. Total Mason and Dixon miles=317. McClean/Neville temporarily extended the line by 23 miles west of Brown's Hill in 1783. Ellicott/Rittenhouse determined the true terminus in 1784, found to be 21.1 miles west of Brown's Hill. Cephas Sinclair permanently marked the end of the Mason and Dixon Line with the WV-PA Sinclair Cornerstone monument in August 1883."
A W
"Very cool. Just think about Mason and Dixon, an astronomer and surveyor, laying on their backs at night in the forest, navigating with the stars, long before the Revolutionary War."
Bob Alouie
"I pulled over and my gf made my Mason Dixon delight."
Billy Rock
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
The Transpeninsular Line Marker, specifically the Middle Point Stone, is accessible via a pull-off area. While specific GPS coordinates can be tricky, look for signs indicating historical markers or survey points along your route. It's often described as being a few hundred feet west of the point indicated by some signage.
Yes, there is a designated pull-off area that serves as parking for visitors. It's generally not a crowded spot, so finding a place to park should be straightforward.
Public transport options are extremely limited for this remote historical marker. It is best accessed by private vehicle.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No, there are no tickets required to visit the Transpeninsular Line Marker. It is an outdoor historical site that is freely accessible to the public.
As an outdoor historical marker, there are no official opening or closing hours. You can visit it at any time, though daylight hours are recommended for the best experience.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
The Transpeninsular Line Marker refers to historical points related to the Mason and Dixon Line survey. The most notable is the Middle Point Stone, a double crownstone from England set in 1768, marking the beginning of the survey.
A visit to the Transpeninsular Line Marker is typically very brief. Most visitors stop for a few minutes to see the marker and take a photo.
There are no facilities such as restrooms or visitor centers directly at the marker site. It's a simple historical point of interest.
Yes, it can be an interesting stop for children to learn about history and surveying. The pull-off area makes it easy to access.
📸 📸 Photography
The primary photo opportunity is with the Middle Point Stone itself. You can also capture the surrounding landscape and imagine the surveyors working in this area.
Yes, the marker is easily accessible from the pull-off area, allowing for straightforward photography. The markers are protected under a structure, which can frame your shots nicely.
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