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.
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.
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.
Days Open: April-November
Hours: 11am-5pm April, May, Oct, Nov; weekends only. June-Sept: daily.
The historic Newcomer House at Antietam National Battlefield is the site of the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area Exhibit and Visitor Center
Days Open: Daily
Hours: 8am to Dusk
Begin your visit of South Mountain Battlefield at the Washington Monument State Park Office and Museum at 6620 Zittlestown Road in Boonsboro; or Gathland State Park in Burkittsville, MD.
Days Open: Year Round
Hours: 9 AM – Sunset
In Washington County, four miles east of Boonsboro and 1 1/2 miles north of Alternate Route 40 on Monument Road, Washington Monument State Park is named for the first monument in the country erected to the Father of our Country, George Washington. A rugged stone tower was dedicated to the first president by the citizens of Boonsboro in 1827. Picnicing, hiking, historic interests, picnic shelters available with reservation.
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.
The “Bloodiest Single-day of Battle” of the Civil War took place at Antietam, near Sharpsburg. Park living history programs at Antietam National Battlefield provide a glimpse into the lives of Civil War soldiers. Learn about Civil War medicine at the Pry House Museum. Annual events include an Independence Day concert and December’s Antietam Memorial Illumination, with 23,110 lights placed along a five-mile driving route.
As the autumn of 1862 approached, President Abraham Lincoln felt he needed a decisive Union victory to ensure that there would be support for a yet-to-be-announced proclamation freeing the slaves. It’s still debatable just how decisive the slaughter at Antietam – remembered as “The Bloodiest Single Day of the Civil War” – truly was. By sheer numbers, the Sept. 17 battle ended in a draw, with 10,7000 Confederates and 12,4000 Union soldiers killed, wounded or missing in action. However, General George McClellan’s Union army thwarted the Rebel advance north, and a few days after the cannons fell silent, Lincoln visited the battlefield.
This byway roughly follows the chronology of events beginning Sept. 4, as General Robert E. Lee and his Army of Northern Virginia crossed the Potomac River into Maryland, and ending two weeks later as Lee’s forces limped back into West Virginia. The byway brings you face to face with both familiar and lesser-known Civil War stories, while also placing you among breathtaking scenery and convenient recreational opportunities.
126 miles – Allow 4 hours to drive the byway.
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.
Nestled on 100 rolling acres in Maryland’s Pleasant Valley, Big Cork Vineyards embodies the bold and expressive landscape of our heritage. Picturesque mountain view, elegant tasting room, national and international award-winning wines, along with a Grab-and-Go Market. Open year round. Check the website for dates and times.
Days Open: Thursday – Monday
Hours: Thursday – Monday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Fridays until 9:00 pm (Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
Days Open: Daily
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Park Grounds are open daylight hours.
The Bloodiest One Day Battle in American History where 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia’s first invasion into the North and led to Abraham Lincoln’s issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. Antietam National Battlefield is one of the most pristine Civil War battlefields in the country.
Days Open: Daily Apr – Oct / Weekends Nov – Mar
Hours: Apr – Oct 10am – 5pm / Nov – Mar 11am – 4 pm
At Crystal Grottoes, we pride ourselves on offering an educational and worthwhile trip with competent, accommodating, and well-informed guides, capable of explaining the history, formations, and geological aspects of the Caverns. The spectacular tour takes forty minutes, and is guided through brilliantly lighted chambers on dry, clean walkways.
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.
Days Open: Park open year-round and museum open April-October on weekends
Hours: Museum open April-October on weekends from Noon-5 PM
Astride the ridge known as South Mountain, near Burkittsville at Crampton’s Gap, lies Gathland State Park. The home of an unusual man, Gathland was an architecturally unique estate made up of as many as 20 structures, many of them built of rugged stone, individual in purpose and design. A number of buildings still stand, and the remains of others may be seen by visitors to the park. The park’s museum includes exhibits on Townsend’s personal life, Gathland’s past and tells the story of the Battle of Crampton’s Gap. A self-guided walking tour of the estate is available by contacting the park.
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.
Days Open: May-Sept Sundays Only
Hours: Sun. 1-5PM and by appt.
“One of the best little museums in America” and “a miniature Smithsonian. The museum houses a vast and unique collection of historical objects of local and national importance. From ancient Egyptian artifacts to objects found on local Civil War battlefields, there is something for everyone at the Boonsborough Museum of History. Just a few of the things visitors will see include: a letter written by Clara Barton, a chair used in the Lincoln White House, a large collection of firearms from around the world, a one-of-a-kind collection of carved bullets from the Civil War, objects associated with local folklore and magic and beautiful antique glassware and pottery.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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,
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.
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.
A Maryland landmark serving homecooked family favorites since 1958. Minutes from the Antietam Battlefield. Affordable good food! Buses and groups welcome. Great box lunches available. American cuisine.
Days Open: Daily
Hours: 7am – 9pm
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.
Days Open: Daily Apr – Oct / Weekends Nov – Mar
Hours: Apr – Oct 10am – 5pm / Nov – Mar 11am – 4 pm
At Crystal Grottoes, we pride ourselves on offering an educational and worthwhile trip with competent, accommodating, and well-informed guides, capable of explaining the history, formations, and geological aspects of the Caverns. The spectacular tour takes forty minutes, and is guided through brilliantly lighted chambers on dry, clean walkways.
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.
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.
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.
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
Complimentary site to the National Museum of Civil War Medicine’s main location, focusing on battlefield medicine after Antietam. Located in the historic Philip Pry House and barn. Exhibits, educational programs, special events.
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.
Vesta Pizzeria is family-owned and locally staffed.
Vesta Pizzeria is easy, casual dining at its best. Relax in the welcoming dining room or stop by and pick up a meal for home.
Vesta Pizzeria delivers to Boonsboro, Rohrersville, Keedysville, Sharpsburg and surrounding areas. Call to find out if we deliver to you.
Vesta Pizzeria is the perfect location to hold your next celebration whether it’s a birthday or team party, wedding or baby shower. The Vesta party room holds up to 25 people for private parties. Managers Robert Bishoff and Debbie Griffith are ready to lend a hand planning a menu around your special occasion.
Vesta Pizzeria serves Boonsboro’s only hand-tossed pizza.
Vesta Pizzeria uses the freshest ingredients depending on the season.
Vesta Pizzeria goes beyond traditional pizza. Feel adventurous? Try artisan and specialty pizzas like Seafood Lovers Pizza or the Bacon Ranch Chicken pizza. Get all your protein with the meat-laden Warrior Pizza.
Vesta Pizzeria has an expansive menu, offering guests more choices from starters like Calamari Fritti and Fried Green Beans to traditional Italian dishes like spaghetti and ziti — served up with our Homemade Meatballs — Fettucini Alfredo, Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan and entrees like the Seafood Bucca: tender shrimp and lump crab meat sautéed with garlic and bacon over fettuccini in rich, slightly sweet sambuca cream sauce.
Vesta Pizzeria knows sandwiches. In the mood for a sub? Choose from cold subs like The Zeus, a heroic sub filled with salami, capicola, pepperoni, Black Forest ham, banana peppers, sweet peppers, sun roasted tomatoes, mayo, and Vesta dressing.
After a hot sub? Try the Sausage Supreme. If you haven’t tried this, you don’t know what you’re missing. Chicago Italian sausage with sautéed green peppers, onions, and mozzarella with marinara sauce. AMORE!
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With the luxury of a boutique hotel and the warmth of a bed and breakfast, Inn Boonsboro welcomes you to come in and stay a while. Nestled in the heart of historic Boonsboro, guests can stroll the town’s brick sidewalks, explore charming shops filled to the brim with local art, or simply sit back and soak in the 200-year history of the Inn. Whatever you choose to do, we know your time with us will be a memory you won’t soon forget.
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-Sept Sundays Only
Hours: Sun. 1-5PM and by appt.
“One of the best little museums in America” and “a miniature Smithsonian. The museum houses a vast and unique collection of historical objects of local and national importance. From ancient Egyptian artifacts to objects found on local Civil War battlefields, there is something for everyone at the Boonsborough Museum of History. Just a few of the things visitors will see include: a letter written by Clara Barton, a chair used in the Lincoln White House, a large collection of firearms from around the world, a one-of-a-kind collection of carved bullets from the Civil War, objects associated with local folklore and magic and beautiful antique glassware and pottery.
The Lookout is a fully furnished two bedroom vacation cottage with a convenient back deck that provides a rare panoramic view of Antietam battlefield. Looking beyond the pastoral battlefield provides one a spectacular 50-mile view extending to the mountains of Western Maryland. Between the awesome sunsets and the abundant wildlife (deer, hummingbirds, hawks, etc.), a perfect place for relaxation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Whether traveling for business or pleasure the Garden Plaza Hotel is sure to meet your needs. Hotel with large atrium.
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.
Days Open: April-November
Hours: 11am-5pm April, May, Oct, Nov; weekends only. June-Sept: daily.
The historic Newcomer House at Antietam National Battlefield is the site of the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area Exhibit and Visitor Center
Deluxe continental breakfast with hot items. Wireless internet, microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, flat screen TVs in all rooms. Fitness room and business center.
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.
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: 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.
Enjoy fresh fried chicken, homemade soups, pizza and made-to-order subs seven days a week, for dine-in or take-out. Box lunches too! American cuisine. Battleview Market restaurant and deli serves the southern Washington County region. Located in the heart of historic Antietam Battlefield in Sharpsburg, MD. Battleview Market is a premiere convenience store offering a wide variety of services. Plenty of free parking. Buses are welcome.
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
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
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.
