The beauty of this region is unparalleled. Allegany County features 60,000 acres of public wildlands, with one in four acres being public land.
Celebrate this Independence Day with annual Soapbox derby races, bluegrass music, town celebrations, scenic mountain views and plenty of opportunities to see the fireworks. We have rounded up a list of locations and events within Allegany County, Maryland, where you can celebrate the 4th of July…
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It's lush, it's green. The mountains call you in to explore the vistas and valleys. The rivers and lakes flow freely to offer a cool retreat from the summer sun. It's finally summer, and there is much to do and see. Be sure to check these items off your bucket list in Allegany County, the Mountain…
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Mountain Maryland is home to America's first road trip, with mile marker "0" of the National Road, America's first federally funded interstate highway, right here in Cumberland. This year, we're celebrating National Road Trip Day with the Ultimate Mountain Maryland Road Trip. From incredible outdoor…
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Melinda Kelleher - Executive Director, Downtown Development Commission If you have visited downtown Cumberland, you have experienced the charm of Baltimore Street’s pedestrian mall with its amazing architecture, brick walkways, and lush landscaping in the many planters along the way. All of these…
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We will let you in on a little secret ‐ there’s some spectacular road cycling in Mountain Maryland. While most cyclists know Cumberland, Maryland, as the nexus of the C&O Canal Towpath, the Great Allegheny Passage, and fine mountain biking opportunities, the paved roads in and around Allegany…
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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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The Great Allegheny Passage is a spectacular 150-mile, non-motorized, scenic rail trail stretching from mile zero in Cumberland, MD, to Pittsburgh PA, and is touted as one of USA Today’s 10Best Trails in North America. Find world-class accommodations along its many trail towns as you soar over…
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We’re celebrating National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day by celebrating the small and independent businesses that form the heartbeat of our community. Mountain Maryland is made up of so many outstanding mom and pop businesses that it was nearly impossible to pick just a few to feature. What’s…
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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, did you know that there is a whole collection of art available in open spaces? Explore these…
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Looking for Nightlife fun in Mountain Maryland? What do you do after a day of exploring the mountainside? If you’re looking to continue to adventure into the evening hours, there’s no shortage of options to extend your getaway experience after the sun goes down. ROCKY GAP CASINO RESORT FLINTSTONE…
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