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Thank you for your interest in Allegany County, the Mountain
Side of Maryland! The mountainside is filled with so many
experiences. Our hope is that one will resonate with you and
ultimately inspire you to visit.

The natural beauty of this region is unparalleled.

Allegany County features nearly 70,000 acres of public land,
with one out of every four acres being available for public
access. Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will find their haven
with Rocky Gap State Park, Green Ridge State Forest, the
majestic Potomac River, and the C&O Canal Towpath and
Great Allegheny Passage, which was named
by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice
travel awards for the top 10 Best Recreational
Trails in North America.

A vibrant and successful arts community.

The mountainside has gained a well-deserved
reputation as a regional arts destination with
flourishing Arts and Entertainment districts, a
rich theater community, vibrant public art
murals and displays, and the second-largest
bluegrass festival in the country, DelFest,
which calls Allegany County home.

History and heritage live here.

Enjoy three centuries of American history from
the George Washington Trail to the start of
the country’s first federally-funded road, the
National Road, and from Maryland’s first
certified heritage area to the Western
Maryland Scenic Railroad, which by the way, is
also one of USA Today’s choices for “Top 10
Railroad Destinations in the Country!”
In addition, Allegany County accommodations
can serve as a home base for exploring
attractions and Mother Nature’s miles of
beauty. A true getaway, this region tucked in
the Appalachian mountains boasts a handful
of charming and unique bed and breakfasts, a
large selection of chain hotels, beautifully set
campgrounds, and a casino resort - one of six
in the state of Maryland.
From an abundance of incredible outdoor
connect recreational activities to amazing historic sites,
dining, and entertainment venues - no matter
with us! your interest, passion, sport, or idea of fun,
you’ll find a trail for just about any type of
adventure here in Allegany County, MD.

MountainMaryland We've got a trail for that.

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