Get Back To Small Town Charm

The beauty of this region is unparalleled. Allegany County features 60,000 acres of public wildlands, with one in four acres being public land.

Deck the Meters: Frostburg's Festive Holiday Tradition

Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of Western Maryland, you find the charming town of Frostburg, brimming with holiday spirit every December. Known affectionately as the Mountain City, this picturesque destination transforms into a festive winter wonderland that rivals a Hallmark holiday scene. From…

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A Magical Holiday Itinerary

Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, is the perfect Christmas destination. Our small-town charm and snowy winter season make for a setting fit for the perfect Hallmark holiday movie. Stroll our twinkling downtowns, find that perfect one-of-a-kind gift for someone on your list, book…

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Best Places to Stargaze in Mountain Maryland

It’s not just the leaves that shine in the mountains this time of year. As the clocks turn back and night falls earlier, the skies become prime for spectacular stargazing. With our rural mountain setting and minimal light pollution, Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, offers ideal spots…

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Haunted History: Places to Visit for a Ghostly Good Time

Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, has a rich history and plenty of spine-chilling sites that are perfect for exploring during the Halloween season or any time you're in the mood for some local hauntings. Here are a few eerie locations to visit this Halloween season or the next full…

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World Tourism Day: The Economic and Cultural Impact of Tourism

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 World Tourism Day, we wanted to…

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Top Fall Activities to Cross Off the List

With scenic overlooks, world-class bike trails systems such as the Great Allegheny Passage (a recent USA Today 10Best Recreational trail) and C&O Canal Towpath, tree-lined scenic byways through some of the area's historic towns, over 150 miles of developed trail systems, and 70,000 acres of public…

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A Spectacular Fall Itinerary

From an abundance of incredible outdoor recreational activities to amazing historic sites, dining, and entertainment venues - no matter your interest, passion, sport, or idea of fun, you’ll find a trail for just about any type of adventure here in Allegany County, MD. We've got a trail for that…

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Art for the People: Poet-Tree

Travel through either one of Mountain Maryland’s Arts and Entertainment districts, in Cumberland and Frostburg, and you will be met with diverse genres of art in our galleries, theaters, and art spaces. But in Allegany County, there’s a whole world of art existing out in the open for all to share…

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