The beauty of this region is unparalleled. Allegany County features 60,000 acres of public wildlands, with one in four acres being public land.
The summer road trips are behind us, the kids are back in school, and the crisp, cool air of fall is rolling into Mountain Maryland. While we often dream about far-off adventures, this season invites us to rediscover the treasures tucked right here at home in Allegany County, Maryland—perfect for…
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As the first day of school creeps closer, the calendar might be screaming “back to reality,” but summer still has a few golden days left. For families in the Baltimore or Pittsburgh areas, a last-minute getaway to Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, is an easy, drivable escape that packs…
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With crisp mountain air, vibrant foliage stretching across scenic vistas, and thousands of acres of outdoor adventure, it’s no surprise that Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, has been named for the third year in a row as one of USA Today’s 10Best “Best Places to Visit for Fall.” From…
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How four visitors fell in love with Allegany County, Maryland, and never left. From creatives and entrepreneurs to history lovers and accessibility advocates, these four individuals visited Allegany County and discovered something deeper. Scenic beauty, community connection, and the promise of a…
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