Allegany County, MD

Allegany County, Maryland, features nearly 70,000 acres of public land, with one out of every four acres being available for public access. 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, Maryland.

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.

ARTS & CULTURE:

• One of Allegany County, Maryland's best-kept secrets is our vibrant, thriving arts community. With two successful Arts & Entertainment districts in historic Downtown Cumberland and the westernmost city, Frostburg, our region has gained a well-deserved reputation as a regional arts destination.

ATTRACTIONS:

• Transport yourself back through time with a heritage train ride, seek centuries of history and culture through our Arts and Entertainment and Main Street districts and historic sites, or take a joyful ride on one of our internationally recognized bike trails. Book a ride on a rail bike tour, explore a state park or forest, or test your luck at our casino resort

HISTORY & MUSEUMS:

• Allegany County, Maryland, boasts three centuries of American history. The heyday of Allegany County was the turn of the 20th century and, luckily for visitors, many of the homes, commercial centers and transportation hubs of that era have been preserved and are managed as visitor and community enrichment attractions.

FAMILY FUN:

• Discover fun for the whole family with a Mountain Maryland getaway.

SHOPPING:

• Shop small year-round in communities like ours. With two designated Main Street Maryland communities in Cumberland and Frostburg, Maryland, Allegany County is filled with spirited entrepreneurs, antique shops, galleries, boutiques, gourmet shops, outfitters, and more!

RAILROADS & TRAIN RIDES:

• Western Maryland Scenic Railroad’s heritage train excursions, which departs from Cumberland’s grand Western Maryland Railway Station for a 3-hour round-trip excursion to the Mountain City of Frostburg, MD, and back.
• Tracks and Yaks rail bike excursions, which begin at the Frostburg Depot for a leisurely pedal along the rail line on custom aluminum rail bikes. The Great Allegheny Passage Trail also runs parallel to the line and is one of the top rail trails in America.

To learn more about everything that Allegany County has to offer, please visit: https://www.mdmountainside.com/things-to-do/

Allegany County, Maryland, is an easy two-hour drive from major metropolitan areas such as Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, and Pittsburg, PA. Our location boasts stunning mountain scenery and easy commuter traffic.

Allegany County, Maryland, is accessible from I-68 and US 40 and US 220.

“Celebrating 50 Years at Rocky Gap State Park,” which honors the park’s 50th anniversary; “Climb On - Mountain Maryland Crags Worth the Climb,” exploring rock climbing opportunities; “Unforgettable Rides on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad,” showcasing the scenic railroad; “Explore Our Scenic Byways,” educating on Maryland Scenic Byways in our county; “Move Your Body, Boost Your Spirits,” highlighting the region as a wellness destination; “Let the Good Times Roll,” featuring the Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series; “Watch Us Grow,” showcasing local emerging food manufacturers; “Mountain Maryland Culinary Trails,” promoting our hyperlocal food trails.