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Find your experience. Find your memories. Find your trail.
WE'VE GOT A TRAIL FOR THAT!
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.
Get Outdoors
With close to 70,000 acres of public land and over 200 miles of developed biking and…
All Aboard the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
This three-hour excursion from Cumberland, MD, to Frostburg, MD, and back journeys…
Explore our Scenic Byways
Mountain Maryland is home to three of Maryland's collection of scenic byways that…
OUTDOOR TRAILS
Over 70,000 acres of public land, 200 miles of developed trail systems, an abundance of waterways, state parks, and Maryland's largest state forest - Mountain Maryland is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Grab your bike, your kayak, your backpack, or all three, and head out into the mountains.
WE'VE GOT A TRAIL FOR THAT!
HISTORY TRAILS
Mountain Maryland is home to three centuries of American history. In fact, Cumberland was the gateway to the west. Where the C&O Canal, the Western Potomac, major roads and railroads converged, the western region of America connected to the Eastern Seaboard. The very first portion of the National Road, the first federally funded highway that stretched through Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, began construction here in 1811 and eventually became a crossroads for America.
WE'VE GOT A TRAIL FOR THAT!
Food Trails
Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, offers the very best hyperlocal food and drink trails. Our mountains have the fuel you need to hit the outdoors or cruise along our open roads. From a morning jolt of coffee to sweet treats, or that evening seasonal brew.
WE'VE GOT A TRAIL FOR THAT!
Upcoming Events
DelFest
- May 23, 2024 - May 26, 2024
- Allegany County Fairgrounds
The best in Bluegrass & Roots music return to Cumberland, MD on May 23-26, 2024! DelFest was created to be a family-friendly music…
- Allegany County Fairgrounds
- Recurring daily
The best in Bluegrass & Roots music return to Cumberland, MD on May 23-26, 2024! DelFest was created to be a family-friendly music festival honoring Del McCoury. On-site you’ll find incredible music all day long on our Grandstand Stage, intimate Artist Playshops, Late Night…
- Recurring daily
The 3rd Annual Mountain Maryland Museum Week will take place June 7-16, 2024. Mountain Maryland Museum Week is a 10-day promotion celebrating Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland's three centuries of American history. We invite you to travel back in time as you explore…
The 4th Annual Western Maryland Food Truck Festival returns to Mountain Maryland but this time has a new location. This year the event will debut in Frostburg, MD, at the beautiful Hoffman Park, located at - 11200 Hoffman Hollow Rd, Frostburg, MD, United States, 21532. The annual…
- Allegany County Fairgrounds
- Recurring daily
The Allegany Arts Council is excited to announce the 2nd Schoolhouse Quilt Competition & Exhibition to take place June 21-23, 2024, at the Allegany County Fairgrounds. This event, launched in 2022, took the long-running Schoolhouse Quilt Guild bi-annual show and expanded its…
Saturday June 15, 2024 at the Allegany County Fairgrounds, the Western Maryland Jaycees host the First Peoples Wing-Off & Music Festival, a daylong competition where wing-serving restaurants fry up thousands of chicken wings to be eaten and judged by the public for numerous…
Join the town of Lonaconing for their 1st Annual Coney Iron Furnace Festival.
The annual festival, now in its 24th year, will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024, on the grounds of the former Oldtown School located at 19210 Opessa Street, SE. The festival blends the history of Oldtown, founded by Thomas Cresap in 1741, with many family-oriented activites…
The festival will be held on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Canal Place in downtown Cumberland, MD. The festival will be from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. filled with music, drag performances, and unity in our community. We will have limited vendors with priority for our LGBTQ+ members for…
Frostburg Elks 47th Annual Derby Day. July 4, 9:30 AM, rain date July 6, 9:30 AM. Over sixty entries will be racing on Main Street, starting at the Frostburg Library. Drivers are ages 9 thru 14. Experience your childhood & cheer all the drivers
Salvation Army Red Shield Club-Western Maryland “Rock the Mountains” event. Featuring various bands and local vendors will be on site. Music & Food! Friday night event starts at 3:00 PM
Think you have what it takes to cycle faster than a speeding train? Cyclists are invited to challenge the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad as it climbs Mt. Savage in this face-off between muscle, machine, and mountain. Mountain Maryland Trails will host the 3M Challenge on…
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Places To Stay
A memorable getaway starts with a great place to lay your head at night, and Allegany…
Eat & Drink
You have heard the saying, 'the way to one's heart is through their…
Camping & RV Parks
Enjoy campsites and RV parks with full amenities and hookups all the way to primitive…
Shopping
Shop small year-round in communities like ours. With two designated Main Street…