The Utica Mills Covered Bridge, circa 1850, is located on Utica Road off of Old Frederick Road. The bridge originally spanned the nearby Monocacy River but was washed away during a severe storm in 1889. Local citizens gathered the remains and reconstructed the 101-foot long Burr Arch design bridge at its present location crossing Fishing Creek. Utica, MD
The Roddy Road Covered Bridge, built in 1856, rests just north of Thurmont off of US Rt 15, where Roddy Creek Road meets Roddy Road at Owens Creek. The smallest of the county’s covered bridges, Roddy Road is a single-span Kingpost design bridge measuring 40 feet long. Relax with a picnic or explore the natural beauty at this bridge and park. Thurmont, MD 21788
First constructed circa 1848, the Loy’s Station Covered bridge is on Old Frederick Road, just south of Rt. 77. Although it has been structurally modified and rebuilt, the bridge’s original timbers remain throughout the 90-foot long structure crossing Owens Creek, features a multiple Kingpost design. An adjoining park provides picnic tables and a play area. Thurmont,...
One of America’s best preserved battlefields, this was the site of the bloodiest one-day battle in U.S. history. On Sept 17, 1862 more than 23,000 men on both sides were killed, wounded or missing. Visitors Center panoramic battle paintings and movie. Driving tours. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Year’s Day. Open 362 days a year 8:30 AM – 5 PM....
43-acre lake provides swimming, fishing and boating. Park also offers picnicking, camping and nature trails.
Gambrill State Park, located west of Frederick, provides miles of hiking, biking, and horse trails with stunning overlooks of the surrounding area. A 34-campsite, four-camper cabin campground is available seasonally. See beautiful views from three picnic shelters, for rent, and the Tearoom, available for reservations. VISA, MC. Handicapped accessible. Frederick, MD 21702
The park, located west of Thurmont, is named for a 78-foot cascading waterfall. Hiking, swimming, hunting, fishing, picnicking, boating, playgrounds, nine camper cabins, and 171 campsites in two areas available seasonally. The William Houck area has a 43 acre lake and trail to the Falls; Manor area includes Catoctin Furnace. Some facilities are handicapped accessible. VISA,...
The Catoctin Mountains offer a wealth of scenery, wildlife, wildflowers, historic buildings, hiking, trails, scenic drives, camping, and fly-fishing. Looking for something different? Try spending the night in an historic cabin in Camp Misty Mount; for reservations call (301) 271-3140. Pets, on leashes, are permitted in outdoor areas but not in buildings. VISA, MC, AE, DISCOVER....
Early 19th Century canal running from Georgetown, Washington, DC to Cumberland, MD, passing through Frederick County. Hiking, cycling, ice-skating, picnicking, and camping available. Canal boat rides in Georgetown, DC from Apr – late Oct. Park open from dawn to dusk. Visitor Center Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Handicapped accessible in some locations. For boat ride...
The Frederick Festival of the Arts is a juried, two-day art festival held the first weekend every June. The Festival is run by the Frederick Arts Council which is a non-profit 501c(3) organization supported by grants from the Maryland State Arts Council and corporate sponsorships and the local community. 2009 Festival Schedule: Saturday, June 6 – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday,...