Places to stay in Indian Head, Maryland

Indian Head is a town in Charles County, Maryland. It has been the site of a naval base specializing in gun and rocket propellants since 1890. Production of nitrocellulose and smokeless powder began at the Indian Head Powder Factory in 1900. The name of the base has varied over the years from Indian Head Proving Ground, to Naval Powder Factory, to Naval Propellant Plant, to Naval Ordnance Station, to the present Naval Support Facility Indian Head. The facility's main tenant activity is the Indian Head Naval Surface Warfare Center. Advanced research in energetic systems takes place at NSWC/IH. NSWC/IH absorbed the function of the closed Naval Ordnance Laboratory, formerly in White Oak. The base currently employs 3,700. Places to eat in the region include Grinder's Seafood, Burner's Bar & Grill, Golden Star Chinese Restaurant, and Mama Stella's Ristorante Italiano.

If you are travelling in the area, Indian Head is located close to Town of Dumfries, Wills Branch, Budds Ferry (historical), Fairfax County Fire Station Number 41, Crosspointe and First Baptist Church of Woodbridge.

The center of Indian Head ( which is at is longitude -77°9'27.36 and latitude 38°35'54.96 ) is located and 3 miles away from Marbury.

Available Indian Head lodging

We currently have 3 accommodations in and around Indian Head.

Indian Head Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Red Carpet Inn, Indian Head
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Red Carpet Inn

Our Indian Head, MD hotel is conveniently located near State Route 210, therefore providing easy access to area attractions. Whether you are our guest for just one night, or you are here for an extended stay, we offer comfortable accommodations at a great price..
4694 Indian Head Highway
Indian Head, Maryland
Hotels

Indian Head Inn

4640 Strauss Avenue
Indian Head, Maryland

Indian Head Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Park

Approx 4 miles away in Marbury:

Smallwood was the home of General William Smallwood, a Revolutionary War officer who was the 4th Governor of Maryland. His house, called Smallwood's Retreat, has been restored and is open to visitors. Sweden Point Marina has 50 boat slips and excellent access for fishing on the Potomac River.
2750 Sweden Point Road
Marbury, Maryland
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