Frederick and Western Maryland Travel Guide

Although a short drive from Washington, Baltimore, and Pittsburgh, western Maryland feels a world apart, postcard-perfect, and forgotten by time. Travelers are drawn by sweeping views of the Allegheny Mountains, especially when the leaves turn rich shades of gold and russet. Others come to explore the area's Civil War past at Harper's Ferry, Monocacy, and Antietam, the scene of the bloodiest day of fighting in the nation's history. The past is inescapable—everywhere there are reminders of the boys in blue and gray who clashed here during the Civil War and the steam engines that chugged through mountainous passes into the wilderness.

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Frederick and Western Maryland Hotels

Chain hotels are found in most larger cities and along the highways, but the best way to soak up the region's elegant tranquillity is at a B&B. Spacious...read more

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Frederick and Western Maryland Restaurants

Find the best Frederick and Western Maryland restaurants in every price category with our top picks.

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Things To Do in Frederick and Western Maryland

Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.

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Frederick and Western Maryland Experiences

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