The beauty of this region is unparalleled. Allegany County features 60,000 acres of public wildlands, with one in four acres being public land.
From sunrise to starlight, this outdoor-inspired itinerary will help you discover the beauty of Allegany County through hikes, bike rides, and scenic landscapes. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Morning Start your day in downtown Cumberland with a hearty breakfast from a…
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What do you get when you combine small-town charm, a whole lot of creativity, and one very spontaneous decision? You get Queen City Scoop Shop, one of downtown Cumberland’s sweetest institutions, and a must-stop on the Allegany County Ice Cream Trail. Back in 2015, when Rhiannon Brown heard the…
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It’s the highlight of summer, where you gather with your family, friends, and neighbors; excited screams from the Scrambler fill the night air; the sirens sound and lights flash as someone wins a plushie in a carnival game; and your favorite deep-fried indulgences beckon you for “just one more.” The…
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Mountain Maryland has become a vibrant refuge for music lovers—and it’s no surprise why. Our region's deep musical roots are woven into the Appalachian traditions, culture, and folklife that define this area. With annual music festivals, weekly concert series, and dozens of live performances every…
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In the heart of Frostburg, Maryland, you’ll find the place that, for much of the community, marks the changing of the seasons, serves as a rite of passage for young workers, and delivers ice cream creations with a side of nostalgia. For nearly 70 years, the Frostburg Freeze has been more than a…
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Honoring the Past. Inspiring the Future. In today’s fast-paced, digital world, the quiet power of a local museum can feel almost radical. These are the places where stories are held, where generations connect, and where small towns and regions like Mountain Maryland keep the cultural heartbeat…
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Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, is excited to welcome back the Levitt Amp Cumberland Music Series, hosted by the Allegany Arts Council, in downtown Cumberland’s Canal Place this summer, with events taking place every Thursday at 7:00 p.m., June 26 through August 28, 2025. The 2025…
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From Louis Comfort Tiffany glass windows to ejector seats and paper trains, Allegany County’s museums are packed with surprises—if you know where to look. For this year’s Mountain Maryland Museum Week, we asked local museums to share their most curious, unexpected, and conversation-starting…
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America's first road trip started here in Allegany County at mile marker "0" of the Historic National Road - a road that expanded trade and commerce, fueled settlers’ westward migration, and set the foundation for modern federal highway systems across America. The National Road began construction…
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Did you know, one in ten people in the world are employed in the tourism industry? It is one of the most important industry sectors as it provides hundreds of millions of jobs and preserves cultural heritage and natural resources across the globe. As we celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week…
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