Drive-in Campgrounds
- Reservation only, http://www.recreation.gov
- $20 per site per night, pass holders may be entitled to additional discounts
- Trailer length may not exceed 20 feet
- No RV Hookups
- Drive-in campsites are equipped with grills, chemical toilets, and water.
- Antietam Creek and Paw Paw have adjacent parking, but visitors cannot park at the actual campsite. Visitors may not park and sleep in Recreational Vehicles in these parking areas.
- Stay is limited to 14 days between May 1 and October 1. Stay is limited to a total of 30 days for the entire calendar year. There is a limit of eight people per site.
Group Campsites
- Reservation only, http://www.recreation.gov
- $40 per site per night during peak season, and $20 during non-peak season.
- Groups with more than eight people need to use the group campsites or register for more than one site in the campground.
- Mile 11.5 Marsden Tract (civic and scout organizations only)
- Mile 110.4 McCoys Ferry
- Mile 140.9 Fifteenmile Creek
- Mile 173.3 Spring Gap
Regulations
- Camp only in designated sites.
- No overnight permits required for vehicles in Chesapeake and Ohio Canal parking lots. The National Park Service is not responsible for cars or their contents; do not store valuables in cars.
- This is a trash free park; take all trash away.
- Quiet hours: 10 pm and 6 am
- Pets must be leashed at all times.
- Do no bring firewood into the park; it may be collected from grounded dead material and used in campgrounds only, do not remove wood.
- Fires restricted to grills and fire rings provided or portable grills positioned off the ground. Coals must be extinguished and removed from the park.
- Single campsites at drive in campgrounds allow a maximum of two tents and eight people.
- Hiker-Biker campsites can fix a maximum of five to ten tents, depending on the campsite. Please refer to signage at the campsite for specific details.
- Do not tie ropes to trees and structures.
- The use of hammocks at the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal NHP is permitted at designated hiker-biker campsites and within campgrounds where reservations are required. If attaching to trees, hammocks must have straps that are at least one inch wide. Plastic zip cords, nails or screws are not permitted for the purpose of anchoring a hammock.
- Do not wash dishes, bathe, or clean fish near wells.
- Draining or dumping refuse from trailers or other vehicles is prohibited.
The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cumberland hotel is ideal for both business and pleasure travel alike. A gem among Cumberland hotels, Fairfield Inn & Suites is perfectly situated near I-68 and just minutes to Frostburg State University, Allegany College, C&O Canal, Downtown Cumberland, Jack Nicholas Signature Golf Course, Cumberland Country Club, CSX Terminal and the Maryland Mountains. Get a great night’s rest in one of our comfortable rooms or suites and enjoy thoughtful amenities like free wireless high speed internet, free local calls and large work desk. Unwind in our indoor pool, whirlpool or keep your healthy routine in our on-site fitness center at this Cumberland hotel. Join us each morning for an energizing, complimentary continental breakfast buffet. At the Fairfield Inn & Suites Cumberland, you’re our #1 priority. We promise you’ll be satisfied, or we’ll make it right. That’s our commitment to you. Ask us about The Fairfield 100% Guarantee.
Rocky Gap Casino Resort is located adjacent Rocky Gap State Park near Cumberland, Maryland, in the heart of Allegany County. This location features miles of hiking trails and incredible mountain views.
Rocky Gap Casino Resort is a AAA 4-Diamond Award® and TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence-winning resort featuring a casino, hotel, events and conference center, Bonkerz Comedy Club, three restaurants and a coffee shop, the only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in Maryland, a spa, indoor pool, fitness center, pro shop, complimentary valet parking, individual parking, and several outdoor recreational activities.
The casino features 665 slot machines, 17 table games, and two casino bars. The newly opened Lakeside Terrace at Rocky Gap Casino Resort offers a scenic and relaxing outdoor setting with a backdrop that includes Evitts Mountain and the 243-acre Lake Habeeb.
The golf course was included in GolfWeek magazine’s list of the best courses to play in Maryland and best casino courses, as well as featured in Golf Digest’s list of America’s 36 Best Buddies-Trip Destinations.
Rocky Gap Casino Resort is owned by Golden Entertainment, Inc. More information available on website.
Experience the renaissance of Cumberland with us. Just two blocks from the Downtown Cumberland pedestrian mall, filled with cafés restaurants and shops, Decatur Street is filled with the energy of transformation. Our Inn is casual and comfortable. A second story porch overlooks a fantastic view of the city and the comings and goings of the trains. It’s the perfect spot for sipping that first cup of fresh-brewed coffee in the morning or winding down your day as you enjoy your favorite adult beverage (or two). Our rooms are large and spacious. Our bathtubs are ideal for soaking after your busy day. Our beds are Serta® pillow-tops; a guarantee for the best night’s sleep.
We prepare a full-sized breakfast described as one of the best on the trail. Some favorites on the menu include challah French toast, apple crisp, fresh fruit, the list goes on. Savor the flavor of our fresh ground Nicaraguan French Roast coffee. We serve Community Tee, shipped directly from New Orleans. We are happy to accommodate your special dietary requests. As a local tour guide, owning both Mountain Getaway Tours and Mountainside Bike Tours (http://www.mountainsidebiketours.us), I can provide for you as much information (or as little) about our town’s history, economics and hopes for the future. We can package your visit whether it’s biking (rentals available), hiking, golf, history, theatre, special events/festivals, a ride on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, the arts or just relaxing; you can trust our suggestions. I am more than happy to provide a complimentary walking/driving tour of our historic city…just ask.
Limited public camping and two cabins are available near Green Ridge State Forest and the Potomac River between September and May.
Camp Potomac River Base (CPRB) is a unique opportunity to explore a peaceful float along the Potomac River.
CPRB provides several options for trips lasting various times within two different states, Maryland and West Virginia. Scout units must do safety afloat training prior to the canoe trip. Units must have vehicles with a 2-inch ball hitch capable of towing a canoe trailer. All canoe trip equipment is provided. Scouts simply stay overnight at Camp Potomac and in the morning, hook up the canoes and are on their way. Meet with Camp Potomac Ranger Andy and take the paddles, lifejackets and trip information. All documented trips are within 5 to 20 minutes from Camp Potomac and will last 2 to 8 hours depending on the float to paddle ratio.
Another option that they offer is to provide a packed lunch from a nearby store. Scouts can purchase lunch online for $6 when making reservations. Scout leaders can pick lunches up the night before or the morning of their trip.
Scales & Tales is an educational program using injured, non-releasable birds of prey and reptiles native to Maryland. Featured at the Rocky Gap State Park Aviary are many birds that have been injured and cannot be released or have been raised in captivity and could not survive in the wild.
This one-of-a-kind program allows visitors the opportunity to view wildlife up close and hear the tales of how the animals became part of the program.
If you are looking for something unique at your next gathering, a Scales & Tales program can be scheduled as part of your special event.
To check for program availability, scheduling or to receive information on program costs, please contact the park office at 301.722.1480 or via e-mail to Ranger Barger at kathryn.barger@maryland.go.
The Rocky Gap State Park Aviary does not have regularly scheduled open hours. However, visitors may schedule a visit Labor Day through Memorial Day based on staff availability. Modified hours from Memorial Day to Labor Day allow visitors to observe feeding and training of the birds.
For an additional service charge, visitors may reserve a private Critter Encounter or Aviary Tour. Contact Park Headquarters at 301.722.1480 for more information on Scales & Tales or an updated program schedule.
Tucked in charming downtown Cumberland and surrounded by the rolling green hills of the Appalachian Mountains, our Ramada Cumberland Downtown hotel is your place for a productive and relaxing stay in western Maryland. Relax in the evenings at Harrigan’s, our onsite bar and lounge, or work out in our fitness center. Our free WiFi with 24-hour support keeps you connected throughout the entire property, in meeting spaces, and in guest rooms. A coffee maker, microwave, mini-refrigerator, and flat-screen TV comes standard in every guest room. Camp, swim, or rent a motorboat at Rocky Gap State Park, only 8 miles from our hotel. Walk the towpath of the historic C and O Canal, just a quarter of a mile from our hotel, at the Western Maryland Railway Station.
Waterfowl hunt with Mountain Ducks Guide Service located in the scenic mountains of Allegany and Garrett counties in Maryland. Whether you prefer a float hunt on the Potomac River or a decoy hunt from a layout or freelance shore blind, Mountain Ducks Guide Service will provide you with a one-of-a-kind hunting experience. They provide guided hunting for ducks and geese. They also guide trips for bass fishing in the Potomac River in Western Maryland. All hunters need a current Maryland Hunting license, HIP survey, appropriate state and federal waterfowl stamps, camo clothing, shotgun and steel (or other non-toxic) shot. We recommend #1-#4 shot for ducks, #1-#BB shot for geese, and #7-#8 lead shot for doves.
Since 1975, the Allegany Arts Council has been the official “umbrella” organization for the arts in Allegany County, Maryland. The Arts Council is headquartered in the heart of Downtown Cumberland at 9 N. Centre Street, and is one of several anchors in the City’s vibrant Arts & Entertainment District. At this same location, the Allegany Arts Council also maintains professional exhibition spaces, the Saville Gallery and the Schwab Mountain Maryland Gallery, that feature the artwork of local, regional and national artists. Visitors are always welcome! Please follow this link for Directions, our Accessibility Statement or Gallery and Office Hours.The Schwab Mountain Maryland Gallery also serves as a community space. It has a raised stage and a professional sound & lighting system and is available for small performances, workshops, and meetings. Click here to learn more about using this space.Programming sponsored by the Allegany Arts Council is made possible, in part, by a Community Arts Development Grant from the Maryland State Arts Council and the annual financial support of Allegany County, the City of Cumberland and the City of Frostburg. Membership dues and community philanthropy, both from individuals, non-profit organizations and businesses, are also vital to maintaining our operations.The Allegany Arts Council also has grant programs to support the local arts community. Follow this link for more information.Membership in the Allegany Arts Council is open to everyone. you don’t have to be an artist to join! You don’t even have to live in Allegany County! So, if you’re not already a member, please follow this link to our Membership page to learn more about joining our organization.For questions or additional information about the Allegany Arts Council, please email us at art@alleganyarts.org, or call us at 301-777-2787.
Located in historic downtown Cumberland, the Cumberland Inn & Spa provides first class amenities at an affordable price. The Inn & Spa is the result of the joining of the Cowden House (built in 1820) and the Dent house (built in 1890).
With 13 beautifully appointed guest rooms and a tranquil spa located on the premise, the Inn & Spa is the perfect destination for wedding parties, family reunions, corporate retreats and bike groups for short or long term stay, leisure or business travel.
We are within walking distance of historic downtown Cumberland to enjoy local restaurants and shops, the art district, the C&O bike path, The Great Allegany Passage bike trail and the Western MD Scenic Railroad.
Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites LaVale in LaVale, Maryland, conveniently located off I-68. Amenities include indoor pool and complimentary hot breakfast bar. Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites LaVale in LaVale, Maryland, conveniently located off I-68, nestled between the Western Maryland mountains. The Holiday Inn Express and Suites LaVale provides many amenities, like the heated indoor pool, whirlpool and fitness center. Take advantage of the complimentary hot breakfast bar, which can be taken to-go for your convenience. The hotel is pet-friendly (under 25 lbs.) for a fee of $10/night, maximum one pet per room. Make sure to visit many of the local eateries within minutes of the hotel. Start planning your trip today to visit the Holiday Inn Express and Suites LaVale hotel in Lavale, Maryland.
1812 Brewery is Allegany County’s first and only farm brewery.
1812 Brewery is the first and only farm brewery in Allegany County, Maryland. The family owned and operated craft brewery and brew house is located in a repurposed barn built in 1812. In excess of 2,500 square feet, the two-story barn has been converted into a brewery with vats and tanks in place.
Nestled in the mountains of Western Maryland, 1812 Brewery evolved out of a passion for the region and a love for great beer. Our goal is to bring beer brewing back to Cumberland, Maryland and to provide a relaxed and friendly atmosphere to enjoy our beers.
Located on 190 acres, 1812 Brewery has its own hops growing trellis system towering 20 feet high. The barn, itself features original brick walls support a towering roof and massive beams. The outdoor patio is the perfect place to enjoy a sampler while taking in the stunning natural beauty that’s Mountain Maryland.
1812 Brewery offers great space for weddings, parties, meetings and other events. In excess of 2500 square feet, 1812 is the perfect place to hold your next event.
Neighboorhood bar and grill. Open every day from 2 pm – 2 am. Appel’s Gateway is a family owned neighborhood bar and grill. Located in Cumberland’s Historic Westside neighborhood, off of Route 220 South, Exit 43A.
“You Pedal, We Pamper.” Packaging trips along the C&O Canal and the Great Allegany Passage and all points between.
Packaging trips along the C&O Canal and the Great Allegany Passage and all points between. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or the full trek from Pittsburgh to Washington, we handle all the details; lodging (B&B Inns and the finer hotels), delicious gourmet meals and attractions.
Transportation and guide service are also available. Each trip customized, from two persons to 20 people. Bicycle rentals hourly, daily and multi-day. Gear and repairs available from local bike shops.
The non-smoking Sleep Inn & Suites® Cumberland-LaVale hotel in Cumberland, MD near Rocky Gap State Park is a simply stylish sanctuary designed for a happy night’s sleep.
Our location off Interstate 68 puts us close to such attractions as Downtown Cumberland Historic District in addition to:
- Rocky Gap Casino
- Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
- Allegany College of Maryland
- Canal Place
- Tri-State Zoological Park
Invite your friends, family and colleagues to your next event in our meeting room, which can hold up to 35 people for banquets and conferences. Additional amenities that simply complete your stay at our pet-friendly affordable Cumberland hotel include:
- Free hot breakfast
- Free high-speed WiFi
- Indoor heated pool
- Fitness center
- Business center
Your stylishly current guest room is inspired by nature to refresh and relax and features amenities like a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, HDTV and desk with ergonomic chair. Guest laundry services are also available for those guests staying for a longer time.
Originally a one-room schoolhouse, the Little Orleans Lodge has been serving the hiker-biker community and outdoor enthusiast since 2001. Nestled between Green Ridge State Forest and the C & O Canal National Historical Park (Mile Marker 141 on the towpath at Fifteen Mile Campground and just five miles west of the Western Maryland Rail Trail.) Little Orleans is the only stopover between Hancock and Cumberland, Maryland. Little Orleans Lodge is located only 1/2 mile from the C & O Canal Towpath and offers a variety of rooms to accommodate all visitors, from the solo hiker-biker to any large group.
Get Out & Play! Outfitters is a full service guide and outfitter, including retail. Located at the junction of the Great Allegany Passage and the C&O Canal Towpath, on the second floor of the Western Maryland Railway Station, Get Out & Play offers bike shuttles from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Washington, DC, kayak/canoe rentals, and guided adventures.
Speak with their booking agent for Off-Road Segway Tours, Off-Road UTV Tours, Archery and many other outdoor adventures. Prime location for Great Allegany Passage, C&O Canal Towpath, and Cumberland apparel and other souvenirs. Make sure to ask about the Escape Room!
Rocky Gap State Park encompasses over 3,000 acres of public land for guests to enjoy. Rugged mountains surround the park which features 243 acre, Lake Habeeb.
Rocky Gap State Park encompasses over 3,000 acres of public land for guests to enjoy. Rugged mountains surround the park which features 243 acre, Lake Habeeb. The lake is fed by Rocky Gap Run, which winds its way through an impressive mile-long gap displaying sheer cliffs, overlooks, and a hemlock forest dense with rhododendron.
Overlooking the lake is Evitt’s Mountain, named for an early settler in Allegany County, Maryland. Rocky Gap Campground offers 278 individual campsites (including 30 equipped with 30 amp electric hook-ups, Mini Cabin and Yurt Options), a family group site and two youth group camping areas.
The campground also features a dump station, bathhouses with hot water in each loop, the Scales & Tales Aviary, canoe/kayak/SUP board rentals (Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day), a nature center, a private swimming beach, a playground, trail access, Snack Shack and a camp store.
Pets are allowed in Camp Loops Ash, Birch, Chestnut, Dogwood, and Elm (Sites 1- 143). Alcohol is only permitted inside personal motorhomes. Check-in for campsites is 3:00 pm and check-out is 1:00 pm.
The Family Group Site offers space for up to 40 people to camp together. The group site includes a two-story Mini Cabin with electric, as well as six 30 amp electric hookups and a group fire ring. Bathhouses are located in the adjacent camp loops.
There are 15 Mini Cabins located throughout the exterior of the Easter Hill Chalet campground. They sleep either four or six people. The Yurt accommodates 8 people and has an adjoining camp pad to increase the total site capacity to 15 people. Each has electricity (no water) and beds. Users must provide their own linens. Air conditioning and heat are not available. Check-in for Mini Cabins and the Yurt is 3:00 pm and check-out is 12:00 pm.
Kerr Brothers Guns and Outdoors is a fun and friendly gun and outdoors shop that proudly sells well-made and accurate guns and gun accessories, and sleek bicycles in Cumberland, MD. We have a vast array of guns, gun accessories, optics, hunting supplies, ammunition and reloading supplies. Give us a call at (301) 759-4867 or stop by our shop at 323 Virginia Avenue in Cumberland, MD for our friendly, affordable and professional service.
With over 40 years of experience in guns and outdoor supplies, owner Jeff Kerr and the staff are extremely knowledgeable. We started the business in 2004 to offer quality products for a reasonable price. Our customers want to come back and bring some friends. It is a great place to share hunting stories – like the monster buck you shot or missed. Stop in and see us and check out our family friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Applebee’s focuses on casual dining with dishes such as salads, shrimp, chicken, pasta, and “riblets,” Applebee’s signature dish.
Located in the award-winning Rocky Gap Casino Resort, A Little Munch offers tasty baked goods, a variety of sandwiches, and a full-service bar. Enjoy specialty coffee and a pastry, grab a sandwich and a beer or have a cocktail while playing at Rocky Gap Casino Resort’s video poker bar. A Little Munch at Rocky Gap Casino Resort offers tasty baked goods, a variety of sandwiches and a full-service bar. Stop by the lobby and grab a bite, your stomach will thank you.
Rocky Gap State Park encompasses over 3,000 acres of public land for guests to enjoy. Rugged mountains surround the park, which also features 243-acre Lake Habeeb. The lake is fed by Rocky Gap Run, which winds through an impressive mile-long gap displaying sheer cliffs, overlooks, and a Hemlock forest dense with Rhododendron.
Rocky Gap Campground offers 260+ individual campsites (including 30 sites equipped with 30-amp electric hook-ups). The campground also has 14 Mini Cabins, a Yurt, a family group site, and two youth group camping areas. The campground also features a dumping station, bathhouses with hot water in each loop, the Scales & Tales Aviary, canoe/kayak/SUP board rentals (Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day), a nature center, a private swimming beach, a playground, trail access, Snack Shack, and a camp store.
Pets are only allowed in select locations.
Reservations are available May-December. Make reservations online at https://parkreservations.maryland.gov or call the reservation center at 1.888.432.2267.
Little Orleans Campground is located on 222 acres of beautiful woodlands in the Upper Potomac River valley in Western Maryland and provides a total camping experience. There is always something to see and do regardless of the season! The tent and RV campsites are spaciously located within the forest area for your nature enjoyment. Each site has a fire ring and a picnic table, and each RV site has electric, water, and sewer. Full-service cabins are also available for rental. The Chespeake & Ohio Canal is located beside the Potomac River 1/2 mile to the south for additional hiking, biking, and horseback riding. There is also a boat ramp at that point on the river that is ideal for canoeing, kayaking, and other small craft. Both large and small group camping areas available.
The Arby’s brand purpose is Inspiring Smiles Through Delicious Experiences®. Arby’s delivers on its purpose by celebrating the art of Meatcraft® with a variety of high-quality proteins and innovative, crave-able sides, such as Curly Fries and Jamocha shakes. Arby’s Fast Crafted® restaurant services feature a unique blend of quick-serve speed combined with the quality and made-for-you care of fast casual. Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc. is the franchiser of the Arby’s Brand and is headquartered in Atlanta, Ga.
Don’t let the word cabin fool you! We offer a beautiful hotel room nestled in a cabin with all the comforts of home in a rural setting with your own private parking. Each cabin interior is knotty pine (some also have stone) with contemporary air conditioning and heating, an eating area with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker and condiments, dish network television, cathedral ceiling and a complete bath with shower and modern amenities. Each cabin also has a front porch where you can just sit, relax and enjoy the mountain scenery.
Our goal is to bring a touch of country and relaxation into a fast paced world. Just in case you are wondering, the 7 C’s stand for cozy, convenient, comfortable, clean, classic, country, cabins. With a cabin so tidy and clean, you are sure to enjoy your stay.
Connecting Pittsburgh, PA to Cumberland, MD, the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) trail offers 150 miles of scenic and well-maintained rail-trail, ready for your biking or hiking adventure.
Chosen by National Geographic as one of the “Top Fall Trips In The World,” the Great Allegheny Passage winds through Maryland’s mountains and along Wills Creek, giving bicyclists, hikers, and cross-country skiers some of the most majestic views in the east. Linking up to the C&O Canal Towpath in Cumberland, Maryland, travelers can enjoy a continuous, off-road trail experience for 334 miles from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Washington, D.C.
Starting in Cumberland, the Great Allegheny Passage follows the route of the historic Western Maryland Railway as it makes a gradual ascent to the Eastern Continental Divide. Along the way, travelers pass through the Brush Tunnel and bend around the 180˚ Helmstetter’s Curve, paralleling the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad (which offers rides, with bicycles if desired, to Frostburg, Maryland where public art, lunch, and ice cream await). After Frostburg, travelers can meander through the Borden Tunnel, cross the Mason & Dixon Line, and catch spectacular views into four states at the overlook outside the lighted Big Savage Tunnel.
The trail surface is mostly packed, crushed limestone, with the section near Cumberland, paved with asphalt. This trail is suitable for most types of bicycle, from mountain bikes and hybrids to road bikes.
Allegany County Trail Access and Parking:
Frostburg Riley Trail Access – New Hope Road NW, Frostburg, MD (Mile Marker 16)
Cumberland Trail Access – 13 Canal Street, Cumberland, MD (Mile Marker 0)
Award-winning crab bread, hand-pressed burgers, fresh-dough pizza, authentic Cajun recipes, wings, pasta, and salads. Specializing in Cajun and American fare. For an atmosphere that not only satisfies your appetite but also your hunger for fun, visit the Baltimore Street Grill. Known for the best crab cakes in town.
Early Rise Flies guides out of Cumberland, Maryland, on the local trout waters of Maryland and West Virginia. Early Rise Flies is a retail store offering trout fishing supplies and equipment rentals. Early Rise Flies guides out of Cumberland, Maryland, on the local trout waters of Maryland and West Virginia. They specialize in wade fishing with Fly Rod and Spin Tackle. Savage River, Barnum (N. Branch Potomac River), Town Creek, Casselman are where they ply the craft. They also guide for Steelhead in the Tribs in Erie, Pennsylvania, during October – March. They are eager to get you on the water and can guide to a range of skill levels from the beginner angler looking to a wet line for the first time or to the avid angler looking for the perfect hole.
Manhattan Golf and Gallery established in 1999 as a custom framing shop, golf instruction and club repair. In 2011, we added American artisan gifts.
For nearly 20 years, owner Bill Humbertson has been helping customers achieve remarkable results when framing and protecting art, photos, memorabilia, mirrors and more. Creative designs, flawless execution, archival materials and technique, hundreds of molding choices, first class customer service, and a full spectrum of price options are among the attributes that make Manhattan Golf & Gallery the go-to place when it comes to custom framing.
We approach each project with care and attention, as if the art were our own. This method has helped us build a reputation for great work, unparalleled customer service, and exceptional design.
We’re right off I-68, perched on a hill with great views of Cumberland and the surrounding area. Allegany College and the regional medical center are five minutes away. Go back in time on the Scenic Railroad, 1.5 miles west, or roll the dice 10 minutes away at Rocky Gap Casino. Enjoy free hot breakfast, free WiFi, and our heated indoor saline pool.
Located in the C&O Canal National Historical Park and Allegany County Visitor Center, the C&O Canal National Historical Park Museum offers interactive and educational displays about the history of the C&O Canal and the city of Cumberland. Featuring an exhibit area with interactive and educational displays about the history of the C&O Canal and Cumberland, visitors can explore a model of the Paw Paw Tunnel to learn about the day-to-day life of the canal families and glimpse the entrance of a coal mine to learn about the main product shipped along the canal. Exhibits are on view of a model lock, boat building, and Cumberland as a transportation hub. Children will enjoy several interactive exhibits – most notably Mutt the mule.
184.5 miles of adventure from Georgetown to Cumberland, Maryland!
- Biking
- History & Heritage
- Parks & Forests
- Trails
The Cumberland Theatre proudly celebrated its 30th year of entertainment in 2018. The theatre is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization entirely owned by its volunteer Board of Diretors and operated by its two Artistic Directors. These members of the community spend invaluable time and resources to the funding and operating of the theatre. Other volunteers support the theatre by serving on various committees and by working as front of house staff.
2018 marked the 30th Anniversary for the Cumberland Theatre and the theatre sold a record number of 9,200 tickets. The theatre was also nominated for 33 Broadway World Regional Awards in a variety of categories including acting, set design, costume design, choreography, directing and lighting design.
The historic Embassy Theatre opened its doors to the public on November 18, 1931. It was the height of the Great Depression. Although many had less than good fortune, people needed those fantasy realms the movies could provide, giving the Jacob Kauffman family an incentive to build the Embassy Theatre on Cumberland’s Baltimore Street.
Once inside, the Embassy in all its glory could be witnessed in the ceiling’s stenciled jungle motifs and wall borders. The lights went down as music was played on the Wurlitzer pipe organ, then cartoons, previews, a newsreel, a serial and the main feature were shown. A jackpot prize of a new set of dishes was offered the third Saturday of every month, and every so often special live guests like Rin Tin Tin or cowboy star Ken Maynard and his horse were featured on the Embassy fore-stage.
In the early Fifties, the cinema’s popularity dwindled due to the advent of television. In 1959, the Embassy closed its doors, and the premises were altered to create an annex for the adjacent Cumberland Cloak and Suit Store. A.C. Warhaft bought the Embassy in 1981 to house his custom drapery shop, which remained until his death in 1992. A nonprofit corporation was formed in December 1997 to revivify the theatre as a multi-purpose arts facility. The retail ceiling was removed to expose the gloriously colorful stenciled proscenium and ceiling to the orchestra floor. A stage was built, the original exterior doors were rehung, and a box office was rebuilt to match the original.
In addition to work to bring back the building to its original form, a handicapped accessible bathroom was added to the first floor, and a fire sprinkler system installed. Wonderful faux finishes painted by local artist John Alderton adorn the lobby of the second floor. Funded entirely by public donations, an electric retractable movie screen was permanently installed. In the past twenty years, the Embassy has presented many scores of plays, comedies, original theatrical work, music, dance and film. Meanwhile, we continue to raise funds for future renovations, while continuing to provide our venue for the performing arts.
Offering Asian, Thai, and Chinese cuisine in a clean and friendly atmosphere.
Regionally inspired, locally sourced, modern interpretations of Appalachian, Pennsylvania Dutch, and mid-Atlantic cuisine, by Chef Josh Horevay.
The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cumberland hotel is ideal for both business and pleasure travel alike. A gem among Cumberland hotels, Fairfield Inn & Suites is perfectly situated near I-68 and just minutes to Frostburg State University, Allegany College, C&O Canal, Downtown Cumberland, Jack Nicholas Signature Golf Course, Cumberland Country Club, CSX Terminal and the Maryland Mountains. Get a great night’s rest in one of our comfortable rooms or suites and enjoy thoughtful amenities like free wireless high speed internet, free local calls and large work desk. Unwind in our indoor pool, whirlpool or keep your healthy routine in our on-site fitness center at this Cumberland hotel. Join us each morning for an energizing, complimentary continental breakfast buffet. At the Fairfield Inn & Suites Cumberland, you’re our #1 priority. We promise you’ll be satisfied, or we’ll make it right. That’s our commitment to you. Ask us about The Fairfield 100% Guarantee.
The Hampton Inn Hagerstown hotel is located at the corner of Edgewood Drive and Route 40 (Dual Highway), two miles southeast of downtown Hagerstown, Maryland. Our hotel is located ten miles from the Washington County Airport. Area attractions include Hagerstown Industrial Park, the Maryland Theater, Washington County Museum, and numerous historical sites, all within 35 miles of the hotel. Within a half mile, hotel guests can dine at Bob Evans, McDonald’s or Pizza Hut.
A boutique winery located in Historic Funkstown, Blue Mountain offers a wide variety of wine from dry to sweet specializing in fruit wines. Make your own wine or buy your home brewing and wine making supplies, and visit our gift shop.
Days Open: Sun-Mon, Wed-Sat, closed Tue
Hours: Sun 12PM-5PM, Mon 11AM-6PM, Wed-Sat 11AM-6PM,
Located off Interstates 81 and 70 on the Dual Highway, our Super 8 offers clean, comfortable accommodations at great rates. We’re only minutes away from the Hagerstown Premium Outlets and Historic Downtown Hagerstown. Enjoy our free continental breakfast with homemade waffles. We offer free Wi-Fi and cable TV on large 32″ flat-screen TVs. All of our guestrooms include a refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker. Come and enjoy a great stay at the Super 8 in Hagerstown, Maryland.
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the Hagerstown Days Inn provides friendly customer service, relaxing accommodations and affordable rates. Located between I-81 and I-70 along the Dual Highway, the hotel is accessible to Washington, D.C. and the surrounding Washington County area. Start your day with our free continental breakfast with homemade waffles. Take advantage of our free wireless internet and relax while watching a large selection of cable TV channels. For your convenience, all of our guestrooms include a refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker and 32″ flat-screen TV. Our hotel is also pet-friendly, allowing your entire family to stay together on the road.
Hours: Mon – Wed 11:30am-8:30pm, Thur 11:30am-9:30pm, Fri & Sat 11:30am-10pm
Locally owned and operated, Warehouse Tap Room features authentic brick oven pizza, up to 20 beers, ciders and wines on tap, unique cocktails, live music, outdoor seating and a comfortable, modern-industrial décor. “Authentic.” For many, it’s just a buzz-word, but for us – it’s our signature. From fresh ingredients to local brews to familiar faces, Warehouse Tap Room is the perfect way to “get out of the house” but still feel at home. Locally owned and operated, the restaurant features brick oven pizza, up to 20 beers and ciders on tap, a unique wine selection, live music, outdoor seating and a comfortable modern-industrial décor.
Awesome Beer. Great food. Friendly staff. We’re proud to be a decade-long establishment of the Hagerstown community. Enjoy classic pub fare in a welcoming and entertaining venue. Live music on Wed and Sat nights.
Whether traveling for business or pleasure the Garden Plaza Hotel is sure to meet your needs. Hotel with large atrium.
Deluxe continental breakfast with hot items. Wireless internet, microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, flat screen TVs in all rooms. Fitness room and business center.
Days Open: April – September
Class A affiliate of the Washington Nationals, the Hagerstown Suns, promise all fans who attend complete fun, family entertainment in the tri-county area. See our website for ticket information and merchandise availability.
Our Baymont Inn & Suites Hagerstown hotel is conveniently located on Highway 40, near Hagerstown City Park and Fairgrounds Park. Head onto I-70 to reach Baltimore or cross the Pennsylvania-Maryland state line with ease via I-81, the Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway. You can also visit students at Hagerstown Community College or catch your flight at the Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR). If you’re traveling on business, corporations such as Volvo Powertrain North America, First Data, and Citigroup Operations Center call Hagerstown home.
Days Open: Monday – Saturday
Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm. Sat 9am-12 noon.
Rose Hill Cemetery is an active non-profit public cemetery servicing Washington County and surrounding areas. In addition to being the final resting place of over 42,000 individuals, including many local and nationally famous people, it is also the location of the historic Washington Confederate Cemetery. Rose Hill Cemetery offers modern day interment services, monument sales and prepayment options. To learn more about our history, historic walking tours or to receive our e-newsletter visit our website. Cemetery gates are always open.
NEWLY RENOVATED! This Hagerstown hotel has 96 rooms and suites and is convenient to the Hagerstown Premium Outlets, Antietam Battlefield park, Hagerstown Speedway and the Maryland Theatre. Skiers will enjoy their close proximity to Whitetail Mountain Resort, which is within 25 miles. Additionally, the Sleep Inn & Suites Hagerstown features an indoor heated pool, whirlpool and fitness center, and all guest rooms come equipped with microwaves, refrigerators and free WiFi.
Beaver Creek Inn & Spa is conveniently located just 3 minutes off of I-70 and Route 40 exit heading towards Frederick. It is nestled in beautiful historic Western Maryland and overlooks the unspoiled natural beauty of the Appalachian Trail and Black Rock in the relaxed glamour of days gone past. It hosts five luxurious guest suites with private baths situated on two-beautiful acres. Guests can indulge in an abundance of active and peaceful pleasures from hiking the Appalachian Trail, touring National Historic sites or staying in for soul soothing spa therapies; essential oil blending in the Apothecary, instruction that encourages creative consciousness, mountain side or in suite dining. The Inn is also the perfect destination to host birthday celebrations, intimate bridal & baby showers, honey & baby-moons, vow renewals, elopement weddings, retreats, workshops and seminars. We look forward to you growing with us as we turn the page to many new chapters that will unveil the enhancements that further elevate the private resort experience.
Days Open: Tuesday – Sunday
Hours: Tue. 11am-Midnight, Sun. 11am-9pm
We are a full-service restaurant with handmade pizza, appetizers, hand-ground burgers, fresh seafood entrees. American cuisine. $$, L, D, R, OS, H
Hours: Box Office hours are Tuesday-Thursday 11am-6pm, Friday and Saturday Noon-5pm
The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater and Children’s Theater presents Broadway style musicals and comedies year round. The experience begins with a salad bar, hot buffet, dessert, and full bar followed by the stage show. Shows for young audiences are performed on select Saturdays. New owners Shawn and Laura Martin have been acting and directing professional and semi-professional theater for their entire adult lives. Come to The Playhouse for high quality entertainment in the heart of Hagerstown’s Arts and Entertainment district.
Days Open: Open by appointment only, April – November.
Hours:
Operated by the Washington County Historical Society. Authentically refurbished turn-of-the-century one-room schoolhouse and museum. Special rates for youth and group tours. Group tours may call for appointments on unscheduled days.
Newly renovated restaurant/bar. Relaxed, casual dining and atmosphere. Great food, drinks, music and friends. New American cuisine.
Kitchens open till close every night
MONDAY – Monday Night Football Specials
TUESDAY –
WEDNESDAY –
THURSDAY – Thursday Night Football Specials
FRIDAY/SATURDAY – Live Music.
SUNDAY- NFL Ticket (All Day Happy Hour)
Days Open: April-October
Hours: Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm, other days by appointment
Located in City Park, the Hagerstown Railroad Museum features hundreds of signs, signals, bells, telephones and tools that were used by railroad workers every day. Most of the items in this significant collection came from the Western Maryland Railroad Company. Of special interest are an 1885 Pump Car and an 1875 Velocipede; both vehicles transported workers to rails or rail cars to make repairs. The crown jewel of the museum is Steam Engine 202. This Locomotive was built in 1912 by the Baldwin Locomotive Works and it carried passengers and baggage between Baltimore and Hagerstown. It was retired in 1953. Totaling 77 feet in length, the engine weighs 415,000 pounds. Steam Engine 202 is the only Western Maryland road-type steam locomotive in existence. In addition to the locomotive and its coal tender, eight cabooses are also on display.
Days Open: Tuesday – Sunday
Hours: Tues. – Sat. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The museum highlights through a series of photographs, models and other material, the 70-year history of aviation and aviation-related manufacturing in the Hagerstown area.
Days Open: April – December
Hours: Wed-Sat 1-4 PM….Special rates for bus and group tours.
The fine old brick mansion at 135 West Washington Street in Hagerstown is the headquarters of the Washington County Historical Society. Research indicates that the main structure of the house was built for William Price, a prominent young attorney, who acquired the property in 1823. The mansion is a typical town house of the late Federal period. In the entrance hall is the original hanging stairway rising in a graceful curve to the third floor. There are several bedrooms with furnishings from the 1850s through the 1870s. Exhibits include papers and historic items from the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War and the C&O Canal. A wonderful clock collection may also be found within the walls of Miller House showcasing clocks large and small from local clockmakers of yesteryear. Simms Jamieson Historical and Genealogical Library is open year round in lower level of the Miller House from Tues-Sat 9am – 4pm.
Days Open: April – October
Hours: Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm, other days by appointment
Located in beautiful Hagerstown City Park, the Jonathan Hager House is the original home of Jonathan Hager, the founder of Hagerstown. Built in 1739, the Hager House was uniquely erected over two springs, on a 200 acre tract called Hagar’s Fancy. In 1740 Jonathan presented the newly constructed house to his bride Elizabeth Kershner. Hager was an active participant of the community as a farmer and gunsmith. During the French and Indian War he served as a Captain of Scouts. He died in a construction accident in 1775 during a time when he served on various pre-Revolutionary War committees. He is considered not only the founder of Hagerstown, but also as the founder of Washington County.
Days Open: Closed Sundays during the Summer
Hours: Monday – Saturday from 9am-5pm
THE TRAIN ROOM OFFERS MODEL RAILROADING ENTHUSIAST, COLLECTORS AND NOVICE ALIKE A COMPLETELY UNIQUE EXPERIENCE. A LARGE DISPLAY OF LIONEL MODEL RAILROADING ITEMS IN O, 027 AND STANDARD GAUGE. A TWO LEVEL, FOUR TRACK MODEL RAILROAD LAY-OUT. Group rates available for the museum
Hagerstown’s first full production brewery. Tour our state of the art facility and unwind in our gorgeous tasting room or outdoor patio. Award winning, traditional brews and seasonal varieties available daily.
Located by the Valley Mall. Business friendly suites including complimentary breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, highspeed internet, microfridge, in-room safe, coffeemaker, hairdryer, weekday newspaper and much more
Home2 Suites by Hilton is an all-suite, extended-stay hotel designed for the savvy, sophisticated and economic traveler. We provide friendly products and services that you’ll feel good about while traveling. And no matter how long you’re on the road, you’ll always feel at home at Home2. The contemporary, comfortable and flexible suites welcome guests with style and consciousness that shows our commitment to being Green. The hotel features 105 suites featuring a full kitchen, ample living room space with sofa sleeper, a working wall area with extra storage space, desk and task lighting. Saline chemical-free indoor pool, spin cycle fitness center, Home2 Market, inspired table complimentary breakfast, outdoor patio with fire-it and the oasis lobby are just a few of the differences that set us apart from the traditional hotels.
Located in Hagerstown, MD the Plaza Hotel provides the most pleasing accommodations at reasonable cost, and pleasant surroundings, conveniently located at Exit 5A (Halfway Blvd.) on 1-81, just one half mile north of 1-70.
Whether you’re traveling on business or leisure, relax in all the comforts of home at Homewood Suites by Hilton. Our warm, spacious suites and home-like services and amenities make our hotels the perfect place to stay for a few nights or more.
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites in Hagerstown, MD includes whirlpool spa suites, a fitness room, complimentary HSIA and an executive meeting center. Seeing is believing! Three major airports and 2 of the nation’s largest interstates are proximate to this great location for the business traveler. AAA Three Diamond Award winner.
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the award winning Courtyard by Marriott® in Hagerstown, MD offers the new state -of-the-art lobby providing greater flexibility and choices. Recently awarded the At Your Service award by the Chamber of Commerce, we are conveniently located near I-70 and the I-81interchange and just minutes from the Historic Antietam National Battlefield. Free high speed Internet, Fitness center, Pool.
The SpringHill Suites by Marriott offers many modern comforts at our brand-new hotel. Featuring spacious, moderately priced suites with ample amenities, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hagerstown is conveniently located just off Interstate 81, just one mile north of Interstate 70 and about 1/2 hour from Hancock MD, Frederick MD, and Chambersburg PA. Major companies such as Citicorp, First Data, Phoenix Color, Staples, Volvo (Mack) and Washington County Hospital are just minutes away. You’ll enjoy easy access to the restaurants, outlet and mall shopping, and attractions such as theaters, city parks, museums, skiing, golf and historical sites. Start your day with our complimentary hot breakfast buffet, work out in our exercise room, or go for a refreshing swim in our indoor pool. Each of our suites is equipped with a mini-refrigerator, microwave, sink and coffee maker, 32″ LCD TV, plus free wired and WIFI Internet access. SpringHill Suites is the perfect place for a business meeting or a weekend getaway.
Days Open: 7 days
Hours: Tue.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Sun. 7am – 1pm
Founded in 1849, St. Mark’s has served the community as a place of worship, education and service.
The 1/4-mile N.H.R.A. drag strip’s season runs Mar-Nov Racing is open to street cars, imports, race cars, motorcycles and sleds.
Beautiful 62 room motel. All rooms include coffee maker, hair dryers, and dataport phones. Cable television with free HBO. Enjoy our primefree continental breakfast from 600AM to 10:00A.M. Only a short trip to Black Rock Golf Course, and the dirt track capital, Hagerstown Speedway. Easy access from Interstates 70 and 81. Our travel center is just next door.
Hours: 8am – Dusk
South Mountain State Park is a 40-mile long multi-use state park weaving along the South Mountain ridge from the Pennsylvania line to the Potomac River. It has no distinguishable boundary or entrance facility. South Mountain State Park can be accessed at a number of locations. Most of the park is only accessible by foot. Five beautiful state parks on the Eastern edge of Washington County. Adventure guides and brochures are available at Greenbrier State Park.
The Hampton Inn-Hagerstown-I-81 hotel is located two miles south of the Washington County Regional Airport, adjacent to Maryland Interstate 81 and close to area shopping and local businesses. Area attractions include shopping malls, theaters, city parks, museums, skiing, golf and historical sites. Within a few miles, hotel guests can dine at Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Waffle House, TGIF, Ryan Steak House and many more.
Located along Maryland’s western scenic foothills, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ near Williamsport, Maryland, offers an unforgettable camping experience the whole family will enjoy. Situated just down the road from historic landmarks such as the Antietam National Battlefield and breathtaking scenery along the Appalachian Trail, Jellystone Park™ Williamsport is the perfect “home-base” for those wanting to explore the area. When campers aren’t busy swimming and splashing at Yogi Bear’s Water Zone, zooming down the 400-foot water slides or testing their skills at the ninja course, they can enjoy the 18-hole mini golf course, jumping pillow, lazer tag, and so much more!
Microtel Inn & Suites features a unique design with a country side atmosphere and convenient location right off I-81 at Exit 9. Free continental breakfast and free wireless internet. All of our two-queen guestrooms and queen suites include a refrigerator, microwave & coffeemaker. For a most relaxing evening, enjoy our whirlpool suite!
Rose Cottage is a captivating, upscale bed and breakfast centrally located near Antietam Battlefield. Enjoy modern amenities, old world ambience, delightful gardens, and southern hospitality.
What could stir you up to have a better stay at a little Bed & Breakfast in Western Maryland? Take a glance and we suppose you’ll catch on! Amenities include Hi-speed internet, air conditioning, movie channels, laundry facilities, shuttle service, and pets allowed. Also, continental breakfast, private baths, picnic area walking trails and boat launch. Pet Friendly -Please inquire regarding restrictions.
With a stay at Red Roof Inn Hagerstown – Williamsport, you’ll be within the vicinity of C&O Canal at Cushwa Basin, Antietam National Battlefield, Hagerstown Speedway and Hagerstown Premium Outlets. This hotel is within the region of Maryland Theater and Pennsylvania Dutch Market. You’ll fee at home in one of the 107 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls. Other Amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Days Open: By Appointment
Hours: By Appointment
A Heritage Room, displaying artifacts of the area, has been established and is open to the public by appointment.
Hours: 1-4 PM
Visit the museum located in the barn and operated by the History and Museum Board and observe firsthand the rich heritage and history of Williamsport. Open Sundays, 1PM – 4PM.
Days Open: May -Oct on the 4th Sunday
Hours: 1-4 PM
The Bowman House is a log house in Boonsboro, Maryland, United States, typical of those built in the area in the early 19th century. It and its immediate grounds housed the “Boonsboro Pottery” from 1868, owned by John E. Bowman. The pottery closed by 1908, succumbing to mass-produced materials. The building is now the headquarters of the Boonsboro Historical Society.
Originally built to move goods from Washington DC to the west, the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal is now a hub of recreational activity, with hiking, biking, bird watching, horse-back riding and more. Williamsport, MD is its geographical center, and visitors here can experience the Canal first-hand with ranger-led boat rides and towpath tours. Stay at a Lock House to experience life as it was “back in the day” and scarf up a healthy lunch at Desert Rose Cafe while there. In Hancock, MD, visitors can pick up the Rail Trail, a paved portion that runs alongside the towpath, to Fort Frederick State Park. But first, grab some pie at Weaver’s Restaurant or the Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery!
236 miles – Allow 4 hours to drive the byway
Workers who toiled on the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal between 1828 and 1859 could not have imagined that their engineering feat – designed for the sole purpose of speeding up commercial trade – would one day become a hub of outdoor recreational activity. Hiking, biking, bird watching and mule-drawn barge rides are among the many popular pursuits now enjoyed beside this peaceful passage.
During its century of service, the canal worked with a system of 74 lift locks that regulated water levels, allowing boats laden with coal, flour, lumber, grain and produce to be pulled by mule trams walking on an adjacent towpath. Their 184.5-mile journey stretched from the mountains of Western Maryland, through farmland and forest, to the tidewater outskirts of our nation’s capital. Your journey follows this same course, allowing you to make heritage discoveries along each new mile.
The mission of the foundation is to preserve land(s) on which the battle was fought. Nearly 7,000 Union cavalry and light artillery attached Gen. Robert E. Lee’s rear guard of almost 3,000 infantrymen near Williamsport, MD, on the morning and early afternoon of July 14, 1863. Much of the battle was fought approximately two miles from the Falling Waters crossing over the Potomac River. Only 11 days after “Picket’s Charge” in Gettysburg, it is considered the final battle of the Gettysburg Campaign. It is sometimes confused with the unrelated Battle of Falling Waters (Hoke’s Run) in West Virginia two years earlier.
Bay Farms Bed and Breakfast is conveniently located in downtown historic Williamsport, MD. We are located only two blocks from the C&O Canal which makes this the ideal stop for cyclist or hikers traveling on the trail.
Days Open: Saturday & Sundays (other days by Appointment)
Hours: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Depicting the heritage of local farming life, this museum displays antique farm equipment, an authentic turn-of-the-century country store, and model rooms of a typical 19th century farmhouse and a gift shop. Located off Route 65, first building at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center. Any size groups are welcome.
July 13 – 20, 2019
Sharpsburg Pike, MD
The Washington County Ag Expo and Fair provides fun for the whole family! Come out for the day or take advantage of our passes. The Gate & Events Pass offers unlimited access to the fair and track events all week. Parking is free.
All Gate Admission Passes include Open Class and 4-H/FFA exhibits and shows, Live Bands, Machinery and Equipment displays, Business displays, and many weekly activities! Carnival rides not included in general admission.
