As the air turns cool and crisp, enjoy Maryland’s beautiful sunsets and autumn in all its splendor on these unforgettable foliage tours and Scenic Byways. Don't miss Garrett County’s Annual Autumn Glory Festival. The five-day celebration of autumn celebrates the beauty of the fall foliage in Maryland and includes a display of highly decorated floats, concerts, art exhibits, antique and craft shows and much more! Explore Western Maryland's scenic byways, quaint small towns, historical attractions[...]
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Drive the Old Main Streets Scenic Byway Take a self-guided tour at the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Meditate at the Grotto of Our Lady Lourdes Celebrate agricultural history at the Carroll County Farm Museum Enjoy a cone at Hoffman’s Ice Cream Explore the hiking trails at Piney Run Park Enjoy a tasting at Linganore Wine Cellars or Red Shedman Farm Brewery Bike across the Roddy Road Covered Bridge Take in the fall[...]
Accident and McHenry One such opportunity includes a stop in the town of Accident, on purpose... You’ll have to find how Accident got its name, but believe us, the story is worth the trip! Check out the Moon Shadow Café for a local pairing of Farm Fresh produce and goat cheese from Firefly Farms. Across the street at Firefly Farms & Creamery, meet the cheese makers and learn how their handmade goat cheeses have become[...]
Maryland, so famous for its seashore and smooth sailing, also has a wild side characterized by rugged mountain trails and rushing river waters. Four seasons of outdoor pursuits — including hiking, skiing, fishing and boating — are available for anyone wishing to explore the Western Maryland countryside, from its thick forests and rambling rivers to the state’s largest freshwater lake. Pockets of history also emerge amid small towns tucked into the mountains. (continued below) Keysers[...]
Spring There are plenty of things to do in Deep Creek during the spring. Trophy trout and bass await with Maryland Mountains Fly Fishing, a fantastic resource to help you cast your troubles away. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable afternoon learning to fly fish, all equipment provided, in the pristine rivers of the Appalachian Mountains. Away from the lake, fish for local treasures at the year-round Mountain Fresh Farmers Market or Simon Pearce[...]
Arts & Culture The Autumn Glory Festival has so much to showcase—one parade simply isn’t enough to get the job done! The Grand Feature Parade marches more than 100 units, including custom floats by local organizations, antique vehicles, bands and more. Shopping & Craft Shows Handcrafted goods and vintage gems abound at the Autumn Glory Festival. Peruse old-fashioned finds at the weekend Antique, Vintage & Maker Market, or shop one-of-a-kind factory selections at the Bear[...]
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Western Maryland Western Maryland is a great place for outdoor adventures. You can climb Maryland's highest mountain, swim in numerous lakes, hike the Appalachian Trail, brave white-water rapids or enjoy all kinds of winter sports from skiing to ice fishing. The three counties of Western Maryland, where fall foliage arrives first and winter usually stays the longest, were Maryland's last frontier. One of the most important events in Western Maryland in the early 1800s was[...]