Northern Maryland Region
The story of our nation unfolds here in the Northern Region of Maryland. In this land of pioneers, soldiers and heroes, just let yourself be transported back in time. If you listen carefully, you can almost hear the sounds of wagons and stagecoaches, battle cries and victory yells. Today, world-class wines are produced here, honoring a heritage that dates back over 300 years. This is a spiritual land, full of shrines and monuments, mansions and museums, waterfalls and wildlife preserves, antiques and boutiques. Whether you return to the past, enjoy the adventure of whitewater rafting, or take in a baseball game, Maryland’s Northern Region is a must see.
Select a Northern Maryland County to Explore
Frederick County
Welcome to Frederick County, where
hip meets historic every day!
Museums meet martini bars.
Here, museums meet martini bars, scenic landscapes provide
thrill seekers with adventure, and cutting edge cuisine is
served up in Civil War-era buildings alongside unique
specialty shops, galleries, museums, and theaters.
Something for everyone and someplace special.
Perhaps your interest in this region’s Civil War history
first led you to make Frederick County your destination.
Maybe it was searching for the right antique or the perfect
water lily. Maybe you wanted to enjoy our rich variety of
performing and visual arts. Or maybe you love the outdoors
and wanted to experience hiking, biking, camping, golfing
and fishing in our stunning parks. You might be setting out
to tour our local wineries, cross real covered bridges,
visit the zoo or follow the Historic National Road. The
rolling hills and abundant farmland of the Frederick County
countryside, the well-preserved 18th and 19th century
architecture of our historic districts, discovering an
amazing outdoor mural, or the friendliness of a shopkeeper
or innkeeper you encounter all make you realize that this is
someplace special!
Location, location, location.
Located less than one hour from Washington, D.C., Baltimore,
and Gettysburg, the city of Frederick, Maryland is
surrounded by mountain views, wineries, orchards and vibrant
Main Street communities. Visitors can hike the Appalachian
Trail, visit Maryland's largest brewery, and tour a
battlefield all in one day.
This is Frederick County, where hip meets historic every
day.
Washington County
Famous for Antietam National
Battlefield and our Civil War sites, visitors love hiking
and biking on our trails, canoeing on our waterways,
exploring our arts and culture and tasting our vast array of
culinary delights.
The crossroads of the Civil War.
Washington
County is known for its rich history. Located in the
crossroads of the Civil War, it is home to South Mountain
State Battlefield, Antietam National Battlefield, and the
July 1863 Battle of Hagerstown. But Washington County also
has a rich cultural scene.
Arts and culture abound.
Hagerstown’s Arts &
Entertainment District is home to the Maryland Theatre and
Performing Arts Complex, offering year-round shows, concerts
and events. The Maryland Symphony Orchestra makes it’s home
at the theatre. The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts,
located in scenic Hagerstown City Park, boasts an
outstanding permanent collection with an active schedule of
exhibitions, concerts, lectures, films, and special events
for all ages. The Cultural Trail connects our A&E District
with City Park and the museums.
The outdoors was made for recreation.
Outdoor
recreation is one of the most popular reasons people love to
come to Washington County. The majority of Maryland’s
Appalachian Trail is in our county, running North/South. The
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal and the Potomac River make up or
southern border. With five National Parks and eight State
Parks, there are an abundance of options for hiking, biking,
kayaking, boating, birding, photography or whatever you like
to do outdoors.
Visit our quaint towns of Boonsboro, Clear Spring,
Funkstown, Hancock, Keedysville, Sharpsburg, Smithsburg, and
Williamsport via our Scenic Byways. The journey is the
destination, offering country charm, boutique shopping and
beautiful wineries and breweries with spectacular vistas.