Western Maryland

Travel Guide

Schifferstadt
Carrol Creek Linear Park
Mount Olivet Cemetery
Frederick
Frederick

Discover the state’s western panhandle to find Civil War monuments, an old-fashioned scenic railroad and cosy towns amid spectacular mountain scenery.

Western Maryland covers the state’s northwestern corner, separated from Central Maryland by rugged mountain ranges. Explore this secluded area to appreciate its distinctive character and rich natural and historical treasures. Historic villages, awe-inspiring mountain vistas and pristine nature reserves decorate the region’s three counties, Allegany, Garrett and Washington.

Begin in the region’s largest city, Hagerstown. Stroll through Hagerstown City Park, one of the city’s premier attractions. The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, the Jonathan Hager House and Museum and the Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum are all located here.

Investigate Antietam National Battlefield or Fort Frederick State Park to learn about the region’s fascinating Civil War history. The Western Maryland section of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal shows how the Potomac River served as an arterial waterway for local communities. Visit Boonsboro to find the remarkable Crystal Grottoes Caverns. See the original Washington Monument nearby.

Explore Cumberland on the banks of the Potomac River. The city’s pedestrianized downtown area contains many historic buildings. Visit the Emmanuel Episcopal Church or wander down Canal Place to see the local station for the Western Maryland Scenic Railway. Jump aboard the restored steam-powered train to weave through the mountainous countryside to Frostburg. This cozy college town has a great selection of pubs and cafés and a thriving arts scene.

For outdoor adventure, check out Deep Creek Lake’s fantastic fishing and boating, as well as snow skiing at the Wisp Resort in the far west. Explore Western Maryland’s section of the Appalachian Trail, which includes the hiking and rock-climbing hotspot of Annapolis Rock. Go camping or hiking in Swallow Falls State Park and admire the park’s beautiful cascades.

Reach Western Maryland by flying or catching an intercity bus into Hagerstown. You can also catch an Amtrak train from Washington D.C. to Cumberland. The region is easy to reach via interstate highways. Experience warm summers and snow-dusted winters. Stay in hillside resorts, historic villages or city hotels. For the state’s superb mountain scenery, visit Western Maryland.

Where to stay in Western Maryland

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The Woods

If you're spending some time in The Woods, The Woods Resort Mountain View Course and Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area are top sights worth seeing.

The Woods
Frederick

Downtown Frederick

While visiting Downtown Frederick, you might make a stop by sights like National Museum of Civil War Medicine and Carroll Creek Linear Park.

Downtown Frederick
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Mountainside

Mountainside might not have many top sights, but Deep Creek Lake and Deep Creek Lake State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mountainside
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Blakeslee

Blakeslee might not have many top sights, but Deep Creek Lake and Deep Creek Lake State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Blakeslee
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Waterfront Greens

Though Waterfront Greens may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Deep Creek Lake State Park and Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course.

Waterfront Greens
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North Glade Hills

While there might not be top attractions in North Glade Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course and Deep Creek Lake.

North Glade Hills
Rocky Gap Casino & Resort

Rocky Gap Casino & Resort

3 out of 5
16701 Lakeview Road NE, Cumberland, MD
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Cumberland. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,262 reviews)
"Our stay was nice, but they are very short staffed and it shows"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Rocky Gap Casino & Resort
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD

3 out of 5
5579 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, MD
The price is €82 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€82
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,091 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD
Hilton Garden Inn Frederick

Hilton Garden Inn Frederick

3 out of 5
7226 Corporate Ct, Frederick, MD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €104 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€104
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect for an overnight stay to visit family in the area on our way to North Carolina."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Frederick
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Brand NEW Build! Five Master Suites~Bunk Room~INDOOR POOL, Game ROOM & Hot Tub!

Brand NEW Build! Five Master Suites~Bunk Room~INDOOR POOL, Game ROOM & Hot Tub!

McHenry
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in McHenry. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Deep Creek Lake and Wisp Resort are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
Big Dipper
"Great place to stay. Never a dull moment. The kids had a great time. Did not need to bring anything. We found 3 buckets of toys/legos!! The bunks were a huge hit. The adults loved the hot tub and fire pit."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Brand NEW Build! Five Master Suites~Bunk Room~INDOOR POOL, Game ROOM & Hot Tub!
Private, light filled retreat space...
     with your own pickleball court!

Private, light filled retreat space... with your own pickleball court!

Berkeley Springs
Stay at this cabin in Berkeley Springs. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Ice House and Berkeley ...
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. Beautiful property on a secluded lot with pleasant views of woods and mountains all around. For two people, there is more than enough space for anything you are likely to want to do. The kitchen is modern and well-stocked and the furniture is all wet comfortable.About a 12-minute ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Private, light filled retreat space... with your own pickleball court!
RIVERKEEPER INN, Waterfront Property on the Potomac River

RIVERKEEPER INN, Waterfront Property on the Potomac River

Harper's Ferry
Stay at this cottage in Harpers Ferry. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and Antietam ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
It’s a KEEPER
"Bill and Robin treated us like family. We spent more time there on property than out because this place was just what we needed. We will come again and this is our place!Loved it!!Thank you, Bill and Robin!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

RIVERKEEPER INN, Waterfront Property on the Potomac River
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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