Maryland Official Visitors Guide - 2017
Capital Region
2016-12-14 02:57:00
Quintessential Maryland
With rushing rivers and mountain vistas, city centers and country escapes, the Capital Region truly is a place for all seasons and senses.
CAPITAL COUNTRY
Frederick Arts Festival in Carroll Creek Park
Explore a Waterfront Oasis
At National Harbor, stroll the boardwalk and climb aboard a gondola on the soaring Capital Wheel for an unparalleled view. Hit the streets of the walkable, waterfront escape for world-class shopping and fine dining, then head to the new MGM National Harbor Casino for a state-of-the-art gaming experience. You'll find plenty of luxurious accommodations too, like the Gaylord National Resort, featuring an amazing 19-story atrium.
National Harbor
Hike, Bike or Stroll the Canal
The Potomac River also played a role in the construction of the C&O Canal, a 184.5-mile path that connected coal mining areas in the Allegheny Mountains with the river’s city centers. The railroad rendered the canal obsolete shortly after its completion in 1850, but commerce’s loss is recreation’s gain. Strolling or biking on the gentle grade of the towpath or taking a cruise on a replica canal boat are leisurely ways to experience this intersection of history and nature. Imagine what it was like to live and work here back in the day by renting one of the canal houses through the Canal Quarters program.
Step Back in Time
Frederick is home to three covered bridges listed on the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places. Today the Roddy Road, Loy’s Station and Utica Mills bridges are three of only eight remaining covered bridges in the state. See them all by following the Covered Bridges Driving Tour, a 33-mile driving loop. While in the Frederick area, a visit to the Monocacy National Battlefield is a must to learn about the role this quiet community played in saving Washington, D. C. during the Civil War.
Eat & Drink
1 Chow on Korean BBQ in Wheaton
The bustling and diverse suburb of Wheaton is a destination for all manner of Asian cuisines, but Korean BBQ is represented by just one place—luckily, it’s one of the best. The menu includes sushi and other Japanese dishes, and the Korean BBQ, stews and side dishes are of the highest caliber.
2 Savor Frederick's Fine Dining Scene
The state¡¯s second-largest city boasts a dynamic dining scene where mere steps separate Volt, a celebrity chef¡¯s crown jewel; Le Parc Bistro, a piano bar offering authentic French cuisine; and the place that perhaps started it all, innovative New American restaurant The Tasting Room, which was using local ingredients before it was cool.
3 Sample Farm-to- Table Dining in Potomac
This Certified Green Restaurant¢ç in Potomac was featured on the Food Network and was also named one of the top restaurants in the Washington, D.C. area by Baltimore¡¯s City Paper. The food prepared in Founding Farmers' kitchens is made inhouse from scratch every day with dedication to serving high-quality, real farm-to-table food.
See & Do
4 Scream Your Lungs Out at Six Flags America
This amusement park in Upper Marlboro has more than 100 rides, including a roller coaster where virtual reality brings Metropolis to life, and a super soaker interactive water park, Splashwater Falls.
5 Be Starry-Eyed at the NASA Goddard Visitor Center
If you ever wanted to see a piece of the moon, now's your chance.this one-of-a-kind museum displays one that was brought back from the Apollo 14 mission. While you're here, see a state-of-the-art telescope being built and visit the ozone garden to learn how ozone affects plant growth and air quality.
Bethesda Art Festival
6 Find Fun Festivals in Bethesda
The "second city" of Bethesda hosts annual al fresco fine art, literary and film festivals on its bustling city streets, adding to the extensive shopping, dining and arts opportunities available every day.
7 Relax in Floral Splendor at Brookside Gardens
Wheaton's 50-acre public garden provides the perfect setting for petal peeping. The new Cocktail Garden highlighting plants frequently used in adult libations joins perennial favorites including the Aquatic, Rose, Fragrance and Butterfly gardens.
Six Flags America, Upper Marlboro
8 Enjoy the Cutting Edge of Cinema
Home to AFI Docs, the 48 Hour Film Project and the American Film Institute, the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center combines classic movie palace architecture of the 1930s with ultra-modern DLP and 70mm projection. The Silver is truly a movie buff¡¯s dream.
9 Explore History at Rose Hill Manor Park & Children's Museum
Tour the final home of Maryland¡¯s first elected governor, plus a log cabin, blacksmith shop, carriage collection and barns. At the Children¡¯s Museum, kids can card wool, grate spices and play with toys of a bygone era.
10 Pay Tribute to Francis Scott Key
Visit the final resting place of Francis Scott Key.who penned the poem that became the National Anthem.in Frederick¡¯s Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Stay
11 Repose in Gracious Grandeur
The Inn at the Springfield Manor in Frederick has eight suites on a 135- acre property adjacent to Cunningham Falls State Park that includes a lavender field, winery and distillery.
The Inn at the Springfield Manor, Frederick
12 Feel Cosmopolitan
Close to National Harbor attractions, the posh AC Hotel National Harbor features contemporary, European-inspired rooms.
13 Get Away from it All at a Working Farm
Take a step back in time and stay in the original 1768 cabin on the beautiful Pleasant Springs Farm in Boyds. With gorgeous gardens, streams teaming with trout and amazing breakfasts, you'll feel a world away, but in fact you'll be conveniently located near Sugarloaf Mountain, the C&O Canal and the MARC rail for short hops to Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
MGM National Harbor: The Latest in Luxury
BY CHRISTIANNA McCAUSLAND
National Harbor has already secured its place as a premier destination for shopping and entertainment on the beautiful banks of the Potomac River, but adds even more excitement with the opening of MGM National Harbor, Maryland’s newest resort and casino. Slots and table games, including poker, are offered in the large casino, but MGM has something for everyone, whether it’s a pampering treatment in the spa, an afternoon of high-end shopping or evening entertainment in the 3,000- seat theater. Hotel guests can retreat to luxurious, contemporary-designed rooms, and all visitors can savor delicious fare at restaurants operated by famous chefs.
ATTRACTIONS & RECREATION
Accokeek
HISTORY & HERITAGE
National Colonial Farm at Piscataway Park
3400 Bryan Point Rd, Accokeek, 301-283-2113
www.accokeekfoundation.org/agriculture
Visitors will experience life in the 1770s. History buffs enjoy visiting the 18th-century tobacco barn, farmhouse, and replica out-kitchen. Families love learning about the heirloom crops and heritage breed animals. The fishing pier, boat dock and nature trails offer a respite for outdoor enthusiasts. Park: year-round; exhibit area, mid-Mar-mid-Dec: Mon-Sun, 10am-4pm; visitor center, Tues-Sun.
Adamstown
SHOPPING
Lilypons Water Gardens
6800 Lily Pons Rd, Adamstown, 301-874-5133, 1-800-999-5459
Waterlilies by the acre in production ponds and demonstration ponds attract visitors from around the globe. Blooming season is mid-May-mid-September. Hours vary seasonally.
Bethesda
ARTS & CULTURE
Imagination Stage
4908 Auburn Ave, Bethesda, 301-280-1660
The Washington region's premiere theater arts organization dedicated to children presents professional performances and after-school programs and summer camps for ages 1-18. 9am-6pm.
ATTRACTIONS
Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club
7719 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, 240-330-4500
Small concert hall serving excellent food and drink. See your favorite artists in an intimate, elegant and acoustically superb setting. Mon-Sat, 12N-1am; Sun, 12N-12M.
McCrillis Gardens
6910 Greentree Rd, Bethesda, 301-962-1400
www.montgomeryparks.org/brookside/ mccrillis_gardens.shtm
Five-acre shade garden offering a spectacular collection of azaleas, rhododendrons, flowering and majestic shade trees and perennials. Seasonal walking tours available. Dawn-dusk.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, 301-496-6308, 1-888-346-3656
Largest medical library in the world; historic, rare book department, exhibits, tours and interactive displays. Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Carderock Recreation Area
9500 MacArthur Blvd, Bethesda, 301-739-4200
www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/carderockpicnicpavilion. htm
A 100-acre park that is part of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park and is well known for rock climbing, hiking and biking.
Bladensburg
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Battle of Bladensburg Visitor Center and Waterfront Park
4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg, 301-927-8819
Visitor center focuses on the role of Prince George’s County in the War of 1812. Waterfront park, public fishing pier, boat ramp and picnic area. Sunrise-sunset.
Bowie
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Belair Mansion
12207 Tulip Grove Dr, Bowie, 301-809-3089
Eighteenth-century home of two Maryland governors and noted Thoroughbred owner. Interprets the lives of all its residents, contains art and antiques covering a 250-year period. Tues-Sun, 12N-4pm.
Belair Stable Museum
2835 Belair Dr, Bowie, 301-809-3089
Famous in Maryland Thoroughbred racing history, home to two Triple Crown winners; contains racing memorabilia and a 1923 stable master’s apartment. Tues-Sun, 12N-4pm. Closed major holidays.
Bowie Railroad Museum
8614 Chestnut Ave, Bowie, 301-809-3089
Nestled by the MARC/AMTRAK line, showcases a small railroad village in the early 20th-century; 1923 caboose. Watch the trains from the interlocking tower. Tues-Sun, 10am-4pm. Closed major holidays.
Children's Heritage & Welcome Center
8608 Chestnut Ave, Bowie, 301-809-3089
Hands-on activities interprete life in a turn-of-thecentury railroad town. Exhibits on local history/ visitor information. Tue-Sun, 10am-4pm.
National Capital Radio & Television Museum
2608 Mitchelville Rd, Bowie, 301-390-1020
Collection of early broadcasting equipment and technology. Watch early TV shows on restored vintage sets. Group tours upon request. Fri, 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun, 1pm-5pm. Closed major holidays.
Prince George's County Genealogical Society Library
12219 Tulip Grove Dr, Bowie, 301-262-2063
4,000 volumes, periodicals, records to assist in genealogical research. Scope of collection is nationwide. Wed, 10am-7pm; last Sat each month, 1-5pm; or by appointment.
SPORTS
Prince George’s Stadium
4101 NE Crain Hwy, Bowie, 301-805-6000
Home of the Bowie Baysox, Class AA affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Complete family entertainment venue. Fireworks, promotions, mascots, kids’ play area and carousel. Apr-Sept: Mon-Sat, 7:05pm; Sun, 1:05pm & 6:05pm.
Boyds
ATTRACTIONS
King Barn Dairy MOOSeum
S Germantown Recreational Park, 18028 Central Park Cir, Boyds, 301-528-6530
Milkable cow model. “MOO to you” antique milk wagon and model railroad. Children's play room, crafts and cow models. May-Oct: Sat, 10am-3pm; fourth Sun, 1-4pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Boyds Negro School
19510 White Ground Rd, Boyds
A restored one-room schoolhouse (1896-1936) complete with furnishings and literature about African-American education in Montgomery County. Last Sun each month, 2-4pm; or by appointment.
Brandywine
ATTRACTIONS
Romano Vineyard and Winery 15715 Bald Eagle School Rd, Brandywine 301-752-1103
Family-owned and operated, dedicated to showcasing the rich soil of the rural tier of Prince George’s county through beautiful vines and award-winning wines. Sat, 12N-5pm.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Cedarville State Forest
10201 Bee Oak Rd, Brandywine, 301-888-1410, 1-800-784-5380
http://www.dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/ pages/southern/cedarville/aspx
The 3,510-acre forest marks the headwaters of Zekiah Swamp. Camping, pavilions and 19-miles of hiking trails. Sunrise-sunset.
Brookeville
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Johns Guide Service
2509 Brown Farm Ct, Brookeville, 301-774-4503
The Potomac River is rated as one of the best tidal fisheries in the United States. Spend a day and enjoy the outdoors that the Washington Metro Area has to offer. Call for information.
Patuxent River State Park
23222 MD Route 97, Brookeville, 301-924-2127
http://www.dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/ pages/central/patuxentriver.aspx
Located along the upper 12 miles of the Patuxent River, 6,700-acre park is comprised of natural areas and farmlands and includes a catch-and-release trout stream, unmarked horse and hiking trails. Park closes at sunset.
Brunswick
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Brunswick Heritage Museum
40 W Potomac St, Brunswick, 301-834-7100
Three floors of train exhibits for all ages. Third floor depicts a HO scale model train from Brunswick to Union Station. Fri, 10am-2pm; Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm.
C&O Canal National Historical Park-Brunswick Visitor Center
40 W Potomac St, Brunswick, 301-834-7100
www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/ brunswickvisitorcenter.htm
Visitor center highlights the rivalry between the C&O Canal and the B&O Railroad. Thur-Fri, 10am-2pm; Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm; closed Jan.
Cheverly
ARTS & CULTURE
Prince George’s Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly, 301-277-1710
Performing arts theater offers a wide variety of performances and productions. Call for schedule.
Chevy Chase
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Audubon Naturalist Society
8940 Jones Mill Rd, Chevy Chase, 301-652-9188
Organization's headquarters and shop on 40-acre sanctuary minutes from downtown Washington, D. C. with nature trails, native garden and pond. Office: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; trails: dawn-dusk.
Clinton
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Surratt House Museum
9118 Brandywine Rd, Clinton, 301-868-1121
A 1852 middle-class farm home, tavern and post office with ties to the Lincoln assassination story. Mid-Jan-mid- Dec: Wed-Fri, 11am-3pm; Sat-Sun, 12N-4pm.
Colesville
HISTORY & HERITAGE
National Capital Trolley Museum
1313 Bonifant Rd, Colesville, 301-384-6088
Exhibits and displays tell the story of Washington, D. C. street cars. Trolley rides included. Call for schedule. Closed Christmas & New Year's.
College Park
ARTS & CULTURE
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
University of Maryland, College Park, 301-405-ARTS
Performances, dialogues, workshops and more—a season of extraordinary opportunities to enjoy, learn, explore and grow. Free and ticketed events. Mon-Sun, 7am-11pm.
ATTRACTIONS
National Archives at College Park
8601 Adelphi Rd, College Park, 301-837-2000
State-of-the-art archival facility with one-hour tours available of research center, office areas, laboratories, and records’ storage area. Reservations required: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
College Park Airport
1909 Corporal Frank Scott Dr, College Park 301-864-5844
A historic aviation site and the world's oldest continually operated airport. Founded in 1909 for the Wright Brothers instruction of the first military aviators.
College Park Aviation Museum
1985 Corporal Frank Scott Dr, College Park 301-864-6029
www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com
Interactive museum dedicated to world's oldest continually operating airfield where Wilbur Wright taught the first military pilots to fly. Aircraft, hands-on exhibits, animatronics and programs. 10am-5pm. Closed major holidays.
Derwood
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Go Ape Treetop Adventure
6129 Needwood Lake Dr, Derwood, 1-800-971-8271
A highly interactive two-to-three-hour outdoor activity featuring zip lines, Tarzan swings and awesome treetop obstacles. Great for family, friends and groups. Mar-Dec: hours vary.
Dickerson
ATTRACTIONS
Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard
18125 Comus Rd, Dickerson, 301-605-0130
Known for its award-winning Bordeaux-style wines and red barn, silo and windmill about a mile from the base of Sugarloaf Mountain. 12N-6pm. Wine service ends at 5:30pm.
White’s Ferry
24801 White's Ferry Rd, US Rt 107, Dickerson 301-349-5200
The last private working ferry on the Potomac River between Maryland and Virginia carries 24 cars in a 12-minute round trip. Picnic grounds and canoe rental. 5am-11pm. Store and snack bar closed in winter.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Monocacy Natural Resource Management Area
6565 Dickerson Rd, Dickerson, 301-924-2127
www.dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/ parkmaps/monocacy_map.aspx
Features 1,800 acres of natural areas and scenic farmlands along the Monocacy River. Quiet unmarked hiking and equestrian trails. Hunting and fishing. Park closes at sunset.
Emmitsburg
ATTRACTIONS
National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes
Mount St. Mary's College, US Rt 15 S, Emmitsburg 301-447-5318
Oldest replica of Grotto of Lourdes in the western hemisphere. 7am-dusk.
National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
339 S Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, 301-447-6606
Historic site dedicated to first American-born saint. Visitor center, museum and 12-minute film. Tours of Basilica with Saintís tomb, two historic homes and peaceful grounds. 10am-4:30pm; basilica: 10am-4:30pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial
16825 S Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, 301-447-1365
A memorial honoring firefighters that were killed in the line of duty. A Roll of Honor plaque lists those who lost their lives. Call for hours and large groups.
Fort Washington
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Fort Washington Park
13551 Fort Washington Rd, Fort Washington 301-763-4600
Pre-Civil War masonry coastal fort. Abundant fishing, biking and hiking as well as group picnicking, visitor center, environmental education and living history programs.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Fort Foote Park
8901 Fort Foote Rd, Fort Washington, 301-763-4600
Designed in the 1860s to protect the river entrance to the surrounding seaports. The National Park Service has cleared paths around the ruins of what is considered the best preserved Civil War fort in the region. Park: 10am-sunset. Closed major holidays.
Frederick
ARTS & CULTURE
Community Bridge Mural
S Carroll St between E Patrick & E All Saints sts, Frederick, 301-600-2888, 1-800-999-3613
http://www.williamcochran.com/GalleryMain.asp? GalleryID=5788&AKey=YX679BSX
Award-winning trompe l’oeil mural depicting the spirit of the community. This project forever transformed a concrete bridge into an illusion of an old, ivy-covered stone bridge. Dawn-dusk.
Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center
40 S Carroll St, Frederick, 301-698-0656
Providing the Frederick region with educational opportunities and experiences in the visual arts through classes, changing exhibits in eight galleries and diverse programs. Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 1-4pm.
Weinberg Center for the Arts
20 W Patrick St, Frederick, 301-600-2828
The “jewel” of Frederick County arts brings vibrant, world-class music, dance, theater and film to a restored historic theater. Tues-Wed, 10am-4pm; Thur-Fri, 10am-6pm; box office:10am-2pm.
See ad on page 77.
ATTRACTIONS
A Great American Main Street- Downtown Frederick
19 E Church St, Frederick, 301-698-8118
Thriving 50-block historic district for shopping, dining, art and architecture.
Baker Park
W 2nd St & N Bentz St, Frederick, 301-600-1492
The 44-acre park features a carillon, band shell, tennis courts; Culler Lake, a public swimming pool and playgrounds. Concerts in summer and events throughout year. Dawn-10pm.
Dragon Distillery
1341 Hughes Ford Rd, Ste 108, Frederick
Specializes in small batch artisan spirits, made from the finest locally sourced ingredients in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner. Fri, 4-7pm; Sat, 12N-6pm; Sun, 12N-4:30pm.
Flying Dog Brewery
4607 Wedgewood Blvd, Frederick, 301-694-7899
Fast-growing regional craft brewery with non-traditional styles. Tasting room offers more than 20 beers on tap including exclusive brews. Thur-Fri, 3-8pm; Sat, 12N-8pm; Sun, 12N-6pm. Brewery tours: Thur-Fri, 3:30pm, 4:30pm & 5:30pm; Sat, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm & 4:30pm.
McClintock Distilling Co.
35 S Carroll St, Frederick, 202-557-9914
Craft distillery offering tours and tastings of organic spirits located in the heart of downtown Frederick. Wed-Fri, 4-8pm; Sat-Sun, 2-7pm.
Monocacy Brewing Company
1781 N Market St, Frederick, 240-457-4232
Crafting quality beer. Proudly brewed in historic Frederick. Thur-Fri, 4-8pm; Sat, 12N-8pm (tours: 12N-4pm); Sun, 12N-6pm.
Roads & Rails Museum
200 N East St, Frederick, 301-624-5524
One of the world’s largest miniature train displays. Also houses a gigantic LEGO train display. It is great for families and loved by all ages. Mon & Fri-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 12N-5pm.
Shadowland Laser Adventures
550 Buckeystown Pike, c/o FSK Mall, Frederick 301-696-5555
www.shadowlandadventures.com/fun271
Strap on a light-weight, high-tech pack, enter the huge multi-level arena and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. Families, individuals, groups and office outings.
Summers Farm
5620 Butterfly Ln, Frederick, 301-620-9316
Fall harvest festival includes pick-your-own pumpkins; farm animals; slides; jumping pillow; corn maze, hay rides, homemade apple cider donuts and much more. Check website.
Tenth Ward Distilling Co.
508 E Church St, Frederick, 301-662-4090
Forges offbeat spirits by experimenting with unconventional ingredients, recipes, and aging techniques. We are dedicated to reviving Frederick’s booze history in addition to providing distinctive tours, tastings and B.A.M.F. spirits. Wed-Sun, 12N-6pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Barbara Fritchie House
154 W Patrick St, Frederick, 301-600-4047
Reconstructed home of Barbara Fritchie, heroine of John Greenleaf Whittier's poem from the Civil War of her words to Stonewall Jackson. Sun, 12N-3pm.
Beatty-Cramer House
9010 Liberty Rd, Frederick, 301-668-6088
enter link description herewww.frederickcountylandmarks.org
C. 1732. Rare Dutch architecture and construction with timber-frame and brick in original house. 19th-century additions include smokehouse and springhouse. By appointment only.
Bjorlee Musuem
101 Clarke Pl, Frederick, 301-360-2011
Houses a collection that begun in 1872. Artifacts of importance to the Maryland School of the Deaf's history and to the Frederick community as well. Tues & Thur, 12N-5pm.
Jug Bridge Monument
1500 E Patrick St, Frederick, 301-600-4047
www.visitfrederick.org/members/view/224
A persistent rumor holds that a real jug of whiskey was buried in the demijohn shaped monument.
Monocacy National Battlefield
4632 Araby Church Rd, Frederick, 301-662-3515
Site of July 9, 1864 Civil War battle dubbed “The Battle that Saved Washington.” Confederate Gen. Jubal A. Early defeated Union forces commanded by Gen. Lew Wallace who later wrote Ben Hur. 9am-5pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s.
Mount Olivet Cemetery/ Francis Scott Key Monument
515 S Market St, Frederick, 301-662-1164
www.mountolivetcemeteryinc.com
Established in 1854, features the gravesites of Francis Scott Key, National Anthem author; Barbara Fritchie, heroine of John Greenleaf Whittier’s poem and Thomas Johnson, first governor of Maryland. 8am-dark.
Museum of Frederick County History
24 E Church St, Frederick, 301-663-1188
Experience 300 years of county history with exhibits, tours and hand-on activities for all ages in our galleries, bookstore and heritage garden. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm. Research Ctr: Thur-Sat, 10am-4pm.
National Museum of Civil War Medicine
48 E Patrick St, Frederick, 301-695-1864
Immersion exhibits illustrating stories of the patients, caregivers and medical innovations of the American Civil War. Education programs, guided tours and museum store. Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 11am-5pm. Closed major holidays.
See ad on page 77.
Roger Brooke Taney House
121 S Bentz St, Frederick, 301-663-7880
The house of the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court (1836-1864) interprets the life of Taney and middle-class life in early 19th-century Frederick County. By appointment only.
Rose Hill Manor Park & Children's Museum
1611 N Market St, Frederick, 301-600-1650
Hands-on history; experiences for children of all ages. County park: manor house (c.1790), garden, log cabin, carriage collection, blacksmith shop and icehouse. NRHP. Apr-Sept: Mon-Sat, 11am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm; Oct-Nov: Sat, 11am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm.
Schifferstadt Architectural Museum
1110 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, 301-663-3885
www.frederickcountylandmarksfoundation.org
Schifferstadt is one of the oldest houses in Frederick. The stone house, completed in 1758, is considered an outstanding example of colonial German-American architecture. Apr-mid-Dec: Sat-Sun, 1-4pm.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Gambrill State Park
8602 Gambrill Park Rd, Frederick, 301-271-7574
http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/gambrill.aspx
Premier hiking and mountain bike trails. High Knob area nature center features Civic Conservation Corps history and memorial bronze statue and garden. Apr-Oct: 8am-sunset; Nov-Mar: 10am-sunset.
Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium
21 Stadium Dr, Frederick, 301-662-0013, 1-877-8-GO-KEYS
Home of the Class A baseball team, Frederick Keys, an affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Guaranteed fun; intimate, friendly atmosphere, great for family or business entertaining. Apr-Sept: call for schedule.
Play N Hooky
125 Crosstimber Way, Frederick, 301-508-0201
Bass fishing on the Potomac. Call for information.
SHOPPING
Emporium Antiques
112 E Patrick St, Frederick, 301-662-7099
1918 warehouse filled with 130 quality antiques dealers offering an exceptional variety of fine antiques. Mon-Sat, 11am-6pm; Sun, 12N-5pm. Closed major holidays.
Gaithersburg
ATTRACTIONS
Shadowland Laser Adventures
624 Quince Orchard Rd, c/o Quince Orchard Shopping Ctr, Gaithersburg, 301-330-5546
www.shadowlandadventures.com/fun272
Strap on a light-weight high-tech pack, enter the huge multi-level arena and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. Families, individuals, groups and office outings.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Gaithersburg Community Museum
9 S Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, 301-258-6160
www.gaithersburgmd.gov/leisure/museums
A dynamic transportation and history experience. The museum features educational exhibits and programs designed to spark interest and imagination in our city’s history. Tues-Sat, 10am-3pm; by appointment.
Gaithersburg-Washington Grove Fire Museum
13 E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, 301-646-1222
The museum includes a restored Diamond-T 1941 pumper, as well as helmets, uniforms, badges, department logs, radios and other items dating back to the 1920s. Sat, 10am-2pm.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Seneca Creek State Park
http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ central/seneca.aspx
Set along 16 miles of Seneca Creek and includes the 90-acre Clopper Lake, restored 19th-century cabin, Black Rock Mill, interpretive exhibits. More than 30 miles of hiking/biking trails. Seasonal facility use; fees charged at the Clopper Day use area. Mar-Oct: 8am-sunset; Nov-Feb: 10am-sunset. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
EVENT FACILITIES
Smoky Glen Farm Barbequers, Inc.
16407 Riffleford Rd, Gaithersburg, 301-948-1518
We’re proud to offer you the very best in service, facilities, food and fun for your group’s special event. Mar–Dec.
Germantown
ARTS & CULTURE
BlackRock Center for the Arts
12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, 301-528-2260
High level of quality performances, free gallery exhibitions and arts education classes in a welcoming and intimate setting.
ATTRACTIONS
Butler’s Orchard
22222 Davis Mill Rd, Germantown, 301-972-3299
County's premier pick-your-own farm. Strawberries, blueberries, pumpkins, Christmas trees. Farm market. Pumpkin Festival in October. Bunnyland in Spring. Group outings, hayrides, birthday parties and more. Mid-May-Dec 24.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Button Farm Living History Center
16820 Black Rock Rd, Germantown, 301-916-7090
Maryland's only living history center depicting 19th-century slave plantation life and the heroic story of the Underground Railroad through unique living history experiences.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Valley Mill Kayak School
15101 Seneca Rd, Germantown, 301-840-7388
Teaching the methods of former Olympian Eric Jackson, and featuring the most recent teaching techniques and technical knowledge available in white-water paddling today. Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm.
Glen Echo
ATTRACTIONS
Glen Echo Park
7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, 301-634-2222
Founded as Chautauqua retreat in 1891 and once an amusement park, there’s a 1921 Dentzel Carousel, ballroom dancing, arts studios, two children’s theaters and playground. Call for schedule.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Clara Barton National Historic Site
5801 Oxford Rd, Glen Echo, 301-320-1410
Barton lived here while the house was the headquarters and warehouse for the American Red Cross. The house conveys sense of dedication to serving others. Tours every hour, 10am-4pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day.
Glenn Dale
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Dorsey Chapel
10704 Brookland Rd, Glenn Dale, 240-264-3415
Built in 1900, this rural African-American church served as the religious and social center of the Brookland community for more than 70 years. Fri, 11am-4pm; or by appointment.
Marietta House Museum
5626 Bell Station Rd, Glenn Dale, 301-464-5291
Home of Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Duvall. Interprets three generations of 19th-century residents. By appointment.
SPORTS
Glenn Dale Golf Club
11501 Old Prospect Hill Rd, Glenn Dale, 301-262-1166
Championship course with relaxed atmosphere. Pro shop, snack bar, lounge, range and rental clubs. Advance tee times by phone or internet. Near Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Annapolis. Mon-Fri, 7am-10pm; Sat-Sun & holidays, 5:30am-12pm.
Greenbelt
ATTRACTIONS
NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center/Museum
8800 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, 301-286-8981
www.nasa.gov/centers/goddard/home/index.html
Offers unparalleled experiences, a key to knowledge and a window to the future. 9am-4pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Greenbelt Museum
15 Crescent Rd, Greenbelt, 301-507-6582
Explore National Historic Landmark community’s walking paths and art deco architecture through self-guided walking tours. Community built in 1937 as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal. Historic house: Sun, 1-5pm & by appointment; exhibit room: 9am-9pm. Closed Christmas & New Year’s Day.
Jefferson
ATTRACTIONS
Distillery Lane Ciderworks
5533 Gapland Rd, Jefferson, 301-834-8920
www.distillerylaneciderworks.com
Maryland's first producer of hard cider is located on a historic farm just outside of Burkittsville. More than 3,000 apple trees provide unique fruit for eating, baking and cider. Sat-Sun, 12N-5pm.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Gathland State Park
900 Arnoldstown Rd, Jefferson, 301-791-4767
http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/gathland.aspx
Home of Civil War journalist George Alfred Townsend, monument to fallen war correspondents. Site of Crampton's Gap, fought over during Battle of South Mountain. 8am-sunset.
Kensington
ATTRACTIONS
Washington D.C. Temple Visitors Center
9900 Stoneybrook Dr, Kensington, 301-587-0144
www.lds.org/locations/washington-dctemple- visitors-center?lang=eng
Free admission, guided tours, Christus statue, permanent exhibits on life of Christ, informative temporary exhibits, films and videos, explanations of church beliefs and teachings. 10am-9pm.
Lake Arbor
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Northampton Plantation and Slave Quarters
Lake Overlook Dr between Water Port Ct & Lake Overlook Pl, Northlake Residential Development, Lake Arbor, 301-627-1286
Rebuilt foundations of two former slave quarters at Northampton plantation. Interpretive signage for self-guided tours detailing lives of enslaved and free African-Americans (1790-1930). 6am-dark.
Landover
SPORTS
FedExField
1600 FedEx Way, Landover, 301-276-6000
Located northeast of Washington, D.C. One of the largest stadiums in National Football League—home to the Washington Redskins.
Laurel
ATTRACTIONS
Dinosaur Park
13200 Mid-Atlantic Blvd, Laurel, 301-627-7755
enter link description herewww.history.pgparks.com/sites_and_museums/ Dinosaur_Park.htm
Unearth the prehistoric past at Dinosaur Park, home of Astrodon Johnstoni, Maryland's state dinosaur. 1st & 3rd Sat, 12N-4pm.
Jailbreak Brewing Co.
9445 Washington Blvd N, Ste F, Laurel, 443-345-9699
Our artfully crafted beer is meant to be an escape from whatever drama is present in your life. Wed-Fri, 3-10pm; Sat, 12N-10pm.
National Wildlife Visitor Center Patuxent Research Refuge
10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, 301-497-5763
www.fws.gov/northeast/patuxent
Wildlife in its native habitat. View interactive state-of-the-art exhibits, hike trails or take a seasonal tram tour through forest, wetland and meadow habitats. 9am-4:30pm. Closed federal holidays.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Laurel Museum 817 Main St, Laurel, 301-725-7975
www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org
Mill worker’s house dating back to 1840s with changing exhibits of Laurel's history from an industrial mill town to the present. Research library and museum shop. Group tours by appointment. Feb-Dec: Sun, 1-4pm; Wed & Fri, 10am-2pm; or by appointment.
Montpelier Mansion/Historic Site
9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, 301-377-7817
www.history.pgparks.com/sites_and_museums/ Montpelier_Mansion.htm
Eighteenth-century Georgian architecture that boasts a reproduction kitchen and an original summerhouse. Festivals, teas, exhibits, holiday events, gardens, a boxwood maze and unique hands-on history playground. Thur-Tues, 11am-3pm.
SPORTS
Laurel Park
Rt 198 & Racetrack Rd, Laurel, 301-725-0400
Thoroughbred racing highlighted by the Winter SprintFest (Feb); and the Maryland Million (Oct). Live racing: Jan-Mar and Sept-Dec; simulcasting: year-round (call for schedule).
Laytonsville
ATTRACTIONS
Waredaca Brewing Company
4017 Damascus Rd, Laytonsville, 301-774-2337
Farm brewery located between Baltimore, Frederick and Washington, D.C. Focusing on high-quality approachable ales using farm-grown ingredients in a picturesque countryside destination. Thur-Fri, 4-8pm; Sat, 1-8pm; Sun, 1-6pm.
SPORTS
Blue Mash Golf Course
5821 Olney-Laytonsville Rd, Laytonsville 301-670-1966
Arthur Hills Championship Course in the heart of Montgomery County, was voted the best public course in MD and VA by readers of the Washington Post. Dawn-dusk.
Middletown
ATTRACTIONS
Orchid Cellar Meadery and Winery
8546 Pete Wiles Rd, Middletown, 301-473-3568
Maryland's premier meadery. Enjoy our meticulous recreation of some old recipes that uses modern knowledge of chemistry and microbiology only to understand the process, not to interfere with it.
South Mountain Creamery
8305 Bolivar Rd, Middletown, 301-371-8565
Maryland's first on-site dairy processing plant that home delivers our farm-fresh products straight to our customer's front door. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 12N-6pm.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
South Mountain Battlefield State Park
6620 Zittlestown Rd, Middletown, 301-791-4767
http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/ southmountainbattlefield.aspx
Designated as a state battlefield, the park encompasses the three gaps of South Mountain (Crampton’s, Fox’s and Turner’s) that were the scene of the September 14, 1862 battle just days before the Battle of Antietam. Dawn-dusk.
Washington Monument State Park
6620 Zittlestown Rd, Middletown, 301-432-8065
www.dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/washington.aspx
Site of first monument erected to "Father of Our Country," President George Washington. The Cumberland Valley offers superb bird-watching opportunities; the Appalachian Trail passes through. Apr-Oct: 8am-sunset; Nov-Mar: 10am-sunset.
Monrovia
ATTRACTIONS
Adventure Park, USA
11113 W Baldwin Rd, Monrovia, 301-865-6800
State’s largest family entertainment center features laser tag, go-karts, mini-golf, rollercoaster, arcade and more. A great day trip from Baltimore and Washington. Hours vary. Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas.
Mount Airy
ATTRACTIONS
Black Ankle Vineyards
14463 Black Ankle Rd, Mount Airy, 301-829-3338
Delicious European-style wines sustainably grown on a beautiful 142-acre farm. Come taste for yourself in unique strawbale tasting room. Fri, 12N-8pm; Sat-Sun, 12N-5pm.
Dragonfly Farms Vineyard and Winery
PO Box 10, Mount Airy, 240-353-8408
Premium Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardonnay, other sweet dessert wines produced. Look for them at Maryland Wine and Love, Happiness Sangria events.
Elk Run Vineyards
15113 Liberty Rd, Mount Airy, 410-775-2513, 1-800-414-2513
Using new world research and technology along with old-world traditions focused on producing high-quality wine from high-quality grapes. Fri, 10am-9pm; Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 1-5pm. Closed major holidays.
Linganore Winecellars
13601 Glissans Mill Rd, Mount Airy, 301-831-5889
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of a 80-acre vineyard on 230-acres of rolling hills. Sample classical estate bottled, award-winning grape and semi-sweet pure fruit wines. Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm; Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 12N-5pm.
Loew Vineyards
14001 Liberty Rd, Mount Airy, 301-831-5464
Family-owned vineyards and winery; premium estate bottled wines. Tastings, tours, picnic area available. Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 1-5pm also May-Dec: Fri, 1-5pm.
Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm
8253 Dollyhyde Rd, Mount Airy, 301-829-6950
Maryland’s first farm brewery which carefully hand crafts fine beers with ingredients grown on Stillpoint Farm. Fri, 3-7pm; Sat-Sun, 1-6pm.
MISCellaneous Distillery
114 S Main St, B103, Mount Airy, 240-394-MISC
A passion for distilling inspired by the old Maryland craft traditions. Not yet open to the public. Check website.
Red Shedman Farm Brewery
13601 Glissans Mill Rd, Mount Airy, 301-831-5889
Twelve craft brews and cider are featured. Lite fare in taproom and deck. Live music on Saturday nights. Beautiful farm setting at Linganore Winecellars. Wed- Thur, 12N-5pm; Fri-Sun, 12N-8pm.
National Harbor
ATTRACTIONS
Capital Wheel at National Harbor
116 Waterfront St, National Harbor, 301-842-8650
Enjoy the lights, sights and sounds of the Nation’s Capital from 180 feet over the Potomac River. See you soon.
MGM National Harbor
7100 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill
A $1.4 billion casino resort featuring entertainment, spa and salon, high-end retail, meeting space and more than a dozen restaurants.
See ad on Inside Back Cover.
National Harbor
165 Waterfront St, National Harbor,
An exciting community with hotels, restaurants, entertainment including MGM National Harbor and Urban Pirates, shops, residences and offices. Tree-lined promenades and relaxing spaces and great views of Washington, D.C.
See ad on page 73.
Urban Pirates-National Harbor
115 National Plaza S, Pier Slip 90, National Harbor 301-300-0895
Climb aboard the Relentless for an interactive adventure sailing the waters of the Potomac River. Apr-Nov: see web site
North Bethesda
ARTS & CULTURE
Strathmore
5301 Tuckerman Ln, North Bethesda, 301-581-5100
Maryland's campus for the arts presents concerts, art exhibitions, afternoon teas and family festivals in the mansion and 1,976-seat music center. Mon-Tues & Thur-Fri, 10am-5pm; Wed, 10am-9pm; Sat, 10am- 2pm. Closed major holidays.
North Brentwood
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Prince George's African American Museum & Cultural Center 4519 Rhode Island Ave, North Brentwood
The mission is to celebrate and inspire the community through the cultivation, preservation and presentation of the cultural and artistic contributions of African Americans in Prince George's County. Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm; Sat, 10am-4pm.
Olney
ARTS & CULTURE
Olney Theatre Center
2001 Olney-Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, 301-924-3400
Offers a diverse array of professional productions year-round that enrich, nurture and challenge a broad range of artists, audiences and students. Box office: Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 12N-5pm.
ATTRACTIONS
The Winery at Olney
18127 Town Center Dr, Olney, 301-570-1907
More than 30 locally fermented wines made from grape product sourced from all over the world. Visit the tasting room seven days a week. Mon-Wed, 11am-9pm; Thur-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun, 12N-5pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Oakley Cabin African American Museum and Park
3610 Brookeville Rd, Olney, 301-650-4373
Built in the late 19th-century, it is an excellent example of an African-American tenant family home in Montgomery County. Free guided tours. Apr-Oct: 12N-4pm; 2nd & 4th Sat each month.
Oxon Hill
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm
6411 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, 301-839-1176
Old-fashioned farm with animals, daily chore demonstrations, hay barn, feed room, equipment shed, workroom; machinery and equipment are demonstrated. 8am-4:30pm. Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas.
Poolesville
ATTRACTIONS
Rocklands Farm Winery & Market
14525 Montevideo Rd, Poolesville, 301-825-8075
Working farm and winery on historical property with wine tastings, pasture raised meats, events and education. Wed-Sun, 11am-6pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
John Poole House
19923 Fisher Ave, Poolesville, 301-972-8588
Poolesville's earliest building (c. 1793). Early 19th-century general store, Civil War memorabilia and arboretum. By appointment.
Seneca Schoolhouse Museum
16800 River Rd, Poolesville, 301-972-8588
Fully furnished one-room school museum with classes. Gift shop and picnic area. By appointment.
Potomac
HISTORY & HERITAGE
C&O Canal National Historical Park-Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, 301-767-3714
The Great Falls Tavern area of the C&O Canal features a visitor center, replica canal boat rides, an overlook of the Great Falls of the Potomac and Billy Goat Trail. Wed-Sun, 9am-4:30pm. Closed major holidays.
Riverdale Park
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Riversdale House Museum
4811 Riverdale Rd, Riverdale Park, 301-864-0420
http://history.pgparks.com/sites_and_museums/ Riversdale_House_Museum.htm
Federal-period manor home offering tours, programs and special events. Tours every quarter hour: Fri & Sun, 12:15-3:15pm.
Rockville
ARTS & CULTURE
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
603 Edmonston Dr, c/o Rockville Civic Ctr, Rockville 240-314-8690
www.rockvillemd.gov/index.aspx?nid=382
A 446-seat facility for the performing arts used primarily by conference groups, community theater groups and professional touring companies. Box office: Tues-Sat, 2-7pm.
ATTRACTIONS
Twin Valley Distillers
711 E Gude Dr, Bay D, Rockville, 240-421-1115
Produced the first bourbon to be made from start to finish in Maryland. Mon-Tues, 9am-5pm; Wed-Thur, 9am-12N; Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat, 12N-5pm.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Beall-Dawson House
103 W Montgomery Ave, Rockville, 301-762-1492
Discover the history of Montgomery County in the rooms and changing exhibitions of this 1815 historic house museum and 19th-century heirloom garden. Wed-Sun, 12N-4pm. Closed major holidays.
Glenview Mansion
603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, 240-314-8660
www.rockvillemd.gov/index.aspx?nid=389
An elegant 1926 home with significant architecture and gardens. Come visit an art gallery exhibit, a monthly Sunday afternoon concert or the the beautiful formal gardens. Mon, Wed & Fri, 9am-5pm; Tues & Thur, 9am-9pm. Sun-see website.
Jane C. Sween Research Library
42 W Middle Lane, Rockville, 301-340-2974
Research library houses published, manuscript and archival collections about the county. Also open are two museums on county history. Free to members. Wed-Fri, 10am-4pm; Sat,12N-4pm. Closed major holidays.
Josiah Henson Park
11420 Old Georgetown Rd, Rockville, 301-650-4373
www.montgomeryparks.org/PPSD/Cultural_ Resources_Stewardship/heritage/josiahhensonsp.shtm
Located on the old Isaac Riley Farm where Reverend Josiah Henson lived and worked as a slave from 1795 to 1830. His 1849 autobiography inspired Harriet Beecher Stowe's landmark novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Peerless Rockville Historic Preservation
29 Courthouse Sq, Red Brick Courthouse, Rockville, 301-762-0096
Ongoing special events, tours and programs highlight Rockville’s history, architecture and historic preservation. Visitors center and research library for historic county seat. Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm.
Stonestreet Museum of 19th-Century Medicine
103 W Montgomery Ave, Rockville, 301-340-2825
Investigate medical practices of the 1800s in this one-room, freestanding doctor's office (c. 1852). Dr. Stonestreet is ‘in’ second Sun. of the month. Wed-Sun, 12N-4pm. Closed major holidays.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Gilbert Indoor Shooting Range
14690 Rothgeb Dr, Rockville, 301-315-0300
Indoor shooting range, classes and Maryland handgun qualification course available. Mon-Fri, 12N-9pm; Sat, 10am-7pm; Sun, 12N-6pm.
SPORTS
Redgate Golf Course
14500 Avery Rd, Rockville, 301-309-3055
Rockville’s hometown golf course since 1974. The natural rolling layout gives golfers a traditional feel within a parkland setting. Dawn-dusk.
Sandy Spring
ATTRACTIONS
The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring Friends School
16701 Norwood Rd, Sandy Spring, 240-389-4386
Aerial forest adventure with 13 courses of varying difficulty levels, consisting of ziplines and more than 150 challenges. Offers family fun for ages five and up. Mid-Mar-Nov, 9am-dusk.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Sandy Spring Museum
17901 Bentley Rd, Sandy Spring, 301-774-0022
Gathering place where people can develop meaningful connection by exploring community history through the visual, literary and performing arts. Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm. Closed major holidays.
Sandy Spring Slave Museum & African Art Gallery, Inc.
18524 Brooke Rd, Sandy Spring, 301-774-4066
www.sandyspringslavemuseum.org
Museum's campus boasts four displays: a cross-section of a slaving Clipper ship, a slavery-era log cabin, an arts pavilion and great hall. By appointment only.
Woodlawn Visitor Center
16501 Norwood Road, Sandy Spring, 301-929-5989
www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/ woodlawn-visitor-center/
Stone barn exhibits where echoes of the past tell the story of a bustling farm, its community, and those who made a bold bid for freedom on the Underground Railroad. Apr-Nov, Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm. Trail and grounds are open year-round, sunrise to sunset.
Silver Spring
ARTS & CULTURE
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
8633 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, 301-495-6700
American Film Institute’s flagship exhibition space offers the best in American and international cinema, featuring first-run movies, festivals, retrospectives and more. Call for performance times.
ATTRACTIONS
Denizens Brewing Co.
1115 East-West Hwy, Silver Spring, 301-557-9818
Craft brewery with two-level taproom and 200-seat dog-friendly beer garden, 10 rotating taps and seasonal made-for-beer fare. Mon-Thur, 4-11pm; Fri, 3pm-1am; Sat, 12N-1am; Sun, 12N-10pm.
Great Shoals Winery
14526 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring 301-706-7568
Hand-crafted, award-winning, unique hard ciders, wines and sparkling wines from a wide variety of fruit grown by local farm partners. Memorial-Columbus Day: Mon-Sat, 11am-6pm; Columbus Day-Memorial Day: Thur-Sat, 11am-6pm.
Penn Oaks Winery
11 Midhurst Rd, Silver Spring, 301-562-8592
www.marylandwine.com/wineries/wineries/ pennoaks/main.html
Come and taste the nine varieties during scheduled tasting events. Winery is conveniently located to Washington, D.C., and only 45 minutes from Baltimore.
Seventh-day Adventist World Headquarters
12501 ,Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, 301-680-6310
Tours include a visit to the in-house estate of church co-founder Ellen G. White; as well as a stop in the multi-media visitor's center. Mon-Thur, 8am-5:30pm. Tours: Mon-Thur, 9am.
ATTRACTIONS
Wheaton Ice Arena 11717 Orebaugh Ave, Silver Spring, 301-905-3000
www.montgomeryparks.org/enterprise/ice/wheaton
The facility offers a wide range of ice skating and ice hockey classes and camps for all ages and skill levels. Check website.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
National Museum of Health and Medicine
2500 Linden Ln, Silver Spring, 301-319-3300
Established during the Civil War as the Army Medical Museum, a center for the collection of specimens for research in military medicine and surgery. 10am-5:30pm.
Suitland
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Airman Memorial Museum
5211 Auth Rd, Suitland, 301-899-3500 ext 228
Museum tells the stories of Air Force enlisted personnel; preserves the enlisted heritage of U.S. Airmen from the dawn of flight to the space era. Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
Takoma Park
ATTRACTIONS
Montgomery College Planetarium
7621 Fenton St, Takoma Park, 301-650-1463
www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/planet
This is located on a college campus, but it is open to the public. Schedule varies month by month. Please check website.
Thurmont
ATTRACTIONS
Blue Blazes Whiskey Still
6602 Foxville Rd, Catoctin Mountain Park, Thurmont 301-663-9388
Genuine whiskey still from Prohibition days. National Park Service operates interpretive program. Year-round; call for schedule and programs.
Catoctin Breeze Vineyard
15010 Roddy Rd, Thurmont, 240-449-0677
A range of varietal and blended wines are produced, as well as a selection of meads. Offers wine tastings and private tours. Mon-Thur, 10am-3pm; Fri, 10am-4pm; Sat, 12N-7pm; Sun, 12N-5pm.
Catoctin Wildlife Preserve & Zoo
13019 Catoctin Furnace Rd, Thurmont, 301-271-3180
Wonderful adventures and exciting new animal friends await you. More than 500 animals on 50 beautiful acres; up-close educational shows and visits. Apr-Oct: 10am-5pm.
Loy’s Station Covered Bridge
Old Frederick Rd, off US Hwy I-77 three miles from Thurmont, Thurmont, 301-600-2888, 1-800-999-3613
90 ft. Covered bridge (c.1848) over Owen’s Creek. An adjoining park provides picnic and play area.
Roddy Road Covered Bridge
1470 Roddy Rd, Thurmont, 301-600-4047, 1-800-999-3613
This 40-ft, single-span covered bridge, built in 1856, stretches over Owen's Creek, one of the area's finest trout streams.
Springfield Manor Winery and Distillery
11836 Auburn Rd, Thurmont, 301-271-0099
Situated on the historic estate, guests will enjoy the unparalleled views of mountain, woodlands and bucolic pastures. The outdoor meticulously renovated historic bank horse barn is the ideal setting to enjoy fine wines. Wed, Fri-Sun, 12N-6pm; Thur, 12N-8pm.
Utica Covered Bridge
Utica Rd, Thurmont, 301-600-2888, 1-800-999-3613
Historic covered bridge (c. 1850) nestled in the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Catoctin Furnace
c/o Cunningham Falls State Park, Catoctin Furnace Rd, Rt 806, Thurmont, 301-271-7574
In operation from 1776 to 1905, founders, miners, clerks, charcoal makers, storekeepers, teamsters and others came together under the iron master's supervision. Trails to furnace. 8am-sunset.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Catoctin Mountain Park
6602 Foxville Rd, Thurmont, 301-663-9388
Wealth of scenery, wildlife, wildflowers, historic buildings, hiking trails, scenic drives, camping and fly-fishing and overnights in a historic cabin in Camp Misty Mount are offered. Year-round.
Cunningham Falls State Park
14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd, Thurmont, 301-271-7574
http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/cunningham.aspx
Known for its scenic beauty, history and 78-ft. Cascading waterfall. Hunting, swimming, beaches, boat rental, hiking and camping. Apr-Oct: 8am-sunset; Nov-Mar: 10am-sunset.
Upper Marlboro
ATTRACTIONS
Six Flags America
13710 Central Ave, Upper Marlboro, 301-249-1500
Thrilling theme/water park featuring more than 100 rides, shows, and attractions. Highlights include four sensational children’s areas and eight world-class roller coasters. Memorial Day-Labor Day: daily; mid-April- Memorial Day & Labor Day-Halloween: weekends only. Holiday in the Park mid – Nov – Jan 31st.
See ad on page 73.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Columbia Air Center
16000 Croom Airport Rd, Patuxuent River Park,
Upper Marlboro, 301-627-6074
First African-American owned/operated airport in Maryland. An outdoor exhibit area interprets the aviation history.
Darnall’s Chance House Museum
14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro
1742 Historic house; home of James and Lettice Wardrop; burial vault. Tues-Thur, by appointment; Fri & Sun, 12N-4pm.
See ad on page 75.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Driving Tour
16000 Croom Airport Rd, Patuxent River Park & Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary, Upper Marlboro,
Four-mile tour with exhibits along Patuxent River. Pick up the tour brochure at the Patuxent River Visitors Center. Sun, 10am-3pm.
Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary/Visitor Center
11704 Fenno Rd, Upper Marlboro, 301-888-1377
dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/southern/ merkle.aspx
Home to the Western Shore's largest concentration of wintering Canada geese (5,000+), also offers habitats for a wide variety of birds and mammals. Sanctuary grounds: 7am-dusk; Visitors Center, 10am-5pm.
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Dr, Rt 193 & 214, Upper Marlboro 301-218-6700
Features the Chesapeake Carousel, an authentic, hand-carved and restored turn-of-the-century Dentzel carousel, miniature train ride, putt-putt golf and playground. Fee for rides and putt-putt golf. May-Aug: Tue-Sun, 10am-7pm; Sept: Sat & Sun only, 10am-7pm. Closed Mon except May 28-Sept 3.
SPORTS
Prince George's Equestrian Center/ Show Place Arena
14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro 301-952-7900
Suburban Washington D.C.'s most versatile sports, equestrian, entertainment, trade show and meeting facility with more than 49,000-sq.-ft. of flexible exhibit space and banquet facilities. Call for schedule.
Urbana
SPORTS
Worthington Manor Golf Club
8329 Fingerboard Rd, Urbana, 301-874-5400
An Ault-Clark signature course, is a frequent U.S. Open qualifying site and is one of the Mid-Atlantic's premier daily-fee golf clubs. 7am-8pm.
Bethesda Row Shopping
Walkersville
ATTRACTIONS
Walkersville Southern Railroad
34 W Pennsylvania Ave, Walkersville, 301-898-0899, 1-877-363-WS-RR
One hour and 15-minute ride through scenic countryside. Special event every Saturday. Mystery dinner trains. Weekends.
Wheaton
ATTRACTIONS
Brookside Gardens
1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton Regional Park, Wheaton 301-962-1400
Themed formal gardens, conservatories with seasonal displays, educational programs, tours, annual butterfly exhibit and holiday light show, art exhibits, gift shops and rental facilities. Visitors Center: 9am-5pm; conservatories: 10am-5pm.
Woodsboro
ATTRACTIONS
Legore Bridge
Legore Bridge Rd, Rt 194, N of Woodsboro 301-600-2888, 1-800-999-3613
Construction on this magnificent stone bridge began in 1898. Bridge opened to the public in 1900.
VISITOR SERVICES
Emmitsburg
WELCOME CENTER
Mason Dixon Welcome Center
17300 Catoctin Mountain Hwy, Emmitsburg 301-447-3719
Serves traffic heading north on US 15 and south from Gettysburg. Thur-Mon, 9am-5pm.
Frederick
COUNTY & CITY TOURISM OFFICE
Visit Frederick
151 S East St, Frederick 301-600-2888, 1-800-999-3613
Located in downtown Frederick. Less than one hour from Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Gettysburg. 9am-5:30pm.
See ad on page 77.
Largo
COUNTY & CITY TOURISM OFFICE
Prince George’s County CVB
9200 Basil Court, Ste 101, Largo, 301-925-8300
Experience. Expand. Explore. Prince George’s County. Six Flags America, National Harbor, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, The Capital Wheel and new MGM Resort Casino.
See ad on page 48.
Myersville
WELCOME CENTERS
South Mountain I-70 East Welcome Center
Hwy I-70 E, Between Exits 35 & 42, Myersville 301-293-4172
Serves traffic heading toward Baltimore and Eastern Shore as well as points south. Thur-Mon, 8:30am-4:30pm.
South Mountain I-70 West Welcome Center
Hwy I-70 W, Between Exits 42 & 35, Myersville 301-293-8435
Serves traffic heading west toward Garrett County. Thur-Mon, 8:30am-4:30pm.
Rockville
COUNTY & CITY TOURISM OFFICE
Visit Montgomery
1801 Rockville Pike, Suite 350, Rockville 240-777-2060, 1-877-789-6904
The official tourism office for the county that touches D. C. but offers its own major cultural, heritage and rural assets as well as close proximity to the nation’s capital. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.
See ad on page 69.
Tuxedo
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Gray Line, DC
5500 Tuxedo Rd, Tuxedo, 202-779-9897, 240-426-5381
Gray Line is Washington, D.C.’s premier sightseeing and charter coach company. We provide a wide array of specialized sightseeing tours.
Cunningham Falls, Thurmont
ACCOMMODATIONS
HOTELS AND MOTELS
AC Hotel Washington, DC at National Harbor
156 Waterfront St, National Harbor, 20745
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/waswa-ac-hotelwashington-dc-at-national-harbor
American Inn of Bethesda
8130 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, 20814
Just four miles from D.C. Offers a welcoming atmosphere, warm hospitality and a lineup of convenient amenities catering to all travelers.
AVI Hotel-Largo
9421 Largo Dr W, Largo, 20774
Best Western Plus Hotel & Suites-Rockville
1251 W Montgomery Ave, Rockville, 20850
Best Western-Capital Beltway
5910 Princess Garden Pkwy, Lanham, 20706
www.bestwestern.com/capitalbeltway
Best Western-Historic Frederick
420 Prospect Blvd, Frederick, 21701
Bethesda Court Hotel
7740 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, 20814
www.bethesdacourtwashdc.com/?vm=r
Bethesda Marriott
5151 Pooks Hill Rd, Bethesda, 20814
Bethesda Marriott Suites
6711 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, 20817
www.bethesdamarriottsuites.com
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
5701 Marinelli Rd, North Bethesda, 20852
Bolger Center
9600 Newbridge Dr, Potomac, 20854
Cambria Hotel & Suites-Rockville
1 Helen Heneghan Way, Rockville, 20850
www.cambriasuitesrockville.com
Clarion Inn & Fundome
8601 Baltimore Ave, College Park, 20740
College Park Hotel and Suites
9020 Baltimore Ave, College Park, 20740
College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
3501 University Blvd E, Hyattsville, 20783
Colony South Hotel and Conference Center
7401 Surratts Rd, Clinton, 20735
Comfort Inn Conference Center-Bowie
4500 Crain Hwy, US Hwy 50 & 301 at MD 3, Bowie, 20716 301-464-0089, 1-800-228-5150
Minutes from Naval Academy, Showplace Arena, BWI airport and the nation’s capital. Yacht club-style restaurant where you can try our specialty drinks in our bar.
Comfort Inn-Capital Beltway
4050 Powder Mill Rd, Beltsville, 20705
Comfort Inn-Clinton/Andrews Air Force Base
7979 Malcolm Rd, Clinton, 20735
www.choicehotels.com/maryland/clinton/comfort-inn-hotels/md055
Comfort Inn-Frederick
7300 Executive Way, Frederick, 21704
Comfort Inn-Oxon Hill
6363 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, 20745
Comfort Inn-Shady Grove
16216 Frederick Rd, Gaithersburg, 20877
www.hotelchoice.com/hotel/md413
Country Inn & Suites-Camp Springs
4950 Mercedes Blvd, Camp Springs, 20746
www.countryinns.com/campspringsmd
Country Inn & Suites-Capitol Heights
8850 Hampton Mall Dr N, Capitol Heights, 20743
www.countryinns.com/capitolheightsmd
Country Inn & Suites-Frederick
5579 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, 21703
Courtyard by Marriott-Chevy Chase
5520 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, 20815
LEED certified. Outdoor venuefor weddings/catering. Walk to upscale shopping and restaurants. Two blocks from red line metro train into D.C.
Courtyard By Marriott-Frederick
5225 Westview Dr, Frederick, 21703
Courtyard by Marriott-Gaithersburg Washingtonian Center
204 Boardwalk Place, Gaithersburg, 20878
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wascg courtyardgaithersburg-washingtonian-center
Courtyard by Marriott-Greenbelt
6301 Golden Triangle Dr, Greenbelt, 20770
Courtyard by Marriott-Largo/Capital Beltway
1320 Caraway Ct, Largo, 20774
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/waspg-courtyardlargo-capital-beltway
Courtyard by Marriott-New Carrollton
8330 Corporate Dr, Landover, 20785
Courtyard by Marriott-Rockville
2500 Research Blvd, Rockville, 20850
Courtyard by Marriott-Silver Spring Downtown
8506 Fenton St, Silver Spring, 20910
Courtyard by Marriott-Silver Spring North
12521 Prosperity Dr, Silver Spring, 20904
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/WASSS-Courtyard-Silver-Spring-North
Days Inn-Camp Springs
5151 Allentown Rd, Camp Springs, 20746
Days Inn-Frederick
5646 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, 21704
Days Inn-Lanham
9023 Annapolis Rd, Lanham, 20706
Days Inn-Silver Spring
8040 13th St, Silver Spring, 20910
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Largo/Washington,
9100 Basil Court, Largo, 20774
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel-Bethesda/Washington DC
8120 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, 20814
DoubleTree by Hilton-Laurel
15101 Sweitzer Lane, Laurel, 20707
DoubleTree by Hilton-Washington, D.C./Silver Spring
8727 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, 20910
www.silverspring.doubletreebyhilton.com
Econo Lodge-Clinton
7851 Malcolm Rd, Clinton, 20735
Econo Lodge-College Park
9624 Baltimore Ave, College Park, 20740
Econo Lodge-Frederick
6021 Francis Scott Key Dr, Frederick, 21704
Even Hotel-Rockville
1775 Rockville Pike, Rockville, 20852
www.ihg.com/evenhotels/hotels/us/en/rockville/wasr/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=YextLocal--USA--WASRK
Executive Inn & Suites
2901 Crain Hwy, Upper Marlboro, 20774
www.executiveinnandsuitesmd.com
Extended Stay America-Gaithersburg North
205 Professional Dr, Gaithersburg, 20877
Extended Stay America-Gaithersburg South
201 Professional Dr, Gaithersburg, 20877
Extended Stay America-Germantown
12450 Milestone Ctr Dr, Germantown, 20876
Extended Stay America-Germantown Town Center
20141 Century Blvd, Germantown, 20874
Extended Stay America-Washington, D.C.-Rockville
2621 Research Blvd, Rockville, 20850
www.extendedstayamerica.com/hotels/dc/washington-dc/rockville
Fairfield Inn & Suites-Frederick
5220 Westview Dr, Frederick, 21703
Fairfield Inn & Suites-Germantown/Gaithersburg
20025 Century Blvd, Germantown, 20874
Fairfield Inn & Suites-Laurel
13700 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, 20707
Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center
9751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, 20878
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
201 Waterfront St, National Harbor, 20745
Greenbelt Marriott
6400 Ivy Ln, Greenbelt, 20770
Hampton Inn & Suites-Frederick/Ft. Detrick
1565 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, 21702
www.frederickfortdetricksuites.hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn & Suites-National Harbor
250 Waterfront St, National Harbor, 20745
Hampton Inn & Suites-Washington, D.C.
North/Gaithersburg
960 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, 20879
www.gaithersburgsuites.hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn-Bowie
15202 Major Lansdale Blvd, Bowie, 20716
Hampton Inn-College Park
9670 Baltimore Ave, College Park, 20740
Hampton Inn-Frederick
5311 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, 21704
Hampton Inn-Silver Spring
8728-A Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, 20910
www.silverspring.hamptoninn.com
Harborside Hotel
6400 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, 20745
Hilton Garden Inn Rockville-Gaithersburg
14975 Shady Gove Rd, Rockville, 20850
www.rockvillegaithersburg.hgi.com
Hilton Garden Inn-Frederick
7226 Corporate Ct, Frederick, 21703
Hilton Garden Inn-Silver Spring North
2200 Broadbirch Dr, Silver Spring, 20904
Hilton Garden Inn-Washington, D.C./Bethesda
7301 Waverly St, Bethesda, 20814
Hilton Garden Inn-Washington, D.C./Greenbelt
7810 Walker Dr, Greenbelt, 20770
Hilton-Washington D.C./Rockville Meeting Center Hotel
1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, 20852
Hilton-Washington, D.C. North/Gaithersburg
620 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, 20877
Holiday Inn Conference Center-FSK Mall
5400 Holiday Dr, Frederick, 21703
www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/frdmd
Holiday Inn Express & Suites-Germantown
20260 Goldenrod Ln, Germantown, 20876
Holiday Inn Express & Suites-Laurel Lakes
14402 Laurel Place, Laurel, 20707
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites-I95/Capitol Beltway
9101 Basil Court, Largo, 20774
www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/largo/lnhmd/hoteldetail/directions
Holiday Inn Express-Washington DC/BW Parkway 89
6205 Annapolis Rd, Hyattsville, 20784
Holiday Inn Express-Washington, D.C. East/Andrews AFB
5001 Mercedes Blvd, Camp Springs, 20746
www.hiexpress.com/dcandrewsafb
Holiday Inn-College Park
10000 Baltimore Ave, College Park, 20740
www.holidayinn.com/was-collegepk
Holiday Inn-Gaithersburg
2 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, 20879
Holiday Inn-Greenbelt
7200 Hanover Dr, Greenbelt, 20770
Amenity rich guest rooms: 37-inch flat-screen TV, microwave, refrigerator and more; complimentary high-speed internet; full-service restaurant and lounge; seasonal outdoor pool and patio.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Rockville-Gaithersburg
14975 Shady Grove Rd, Rockville, 20850
www.rockvillegaithersburg.homewoodsuites.com
Homewood Suites By Hilton-Frederick
4950 Westview Dr, Frederick, 21703
www.frederick.homewoodsuites.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton-Silver Spring
8724-B Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, 20910
www.silverspring.homewoodsuites.com
Homewood Suites Washington DC-North Gaithersburg
805 Russell Ave, Gaithersburg, 20879
Hyatt House-Gaithersburg
200 Skidmore Blvd, Gaithersburg, 20877
Hyatt Regency-Bethesda
1 Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda, 20814
www.bethesda.regency.hyatt.com
Mainstay Suites-Frederick
7310 Executive Way, Frederick, 21704
Motel 6-Frederick
999 W Patrick St, Frederick, 21702
National 4-H Conference Center
7100 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, 20815
Quality Inn & Suites-College Park
7200 Baltimore Ave, College Park, 20740
Quality Inn & Suites-Laurel
1 N 2nd St, Laurel, 20707
Quality Inn-Campsprings/Andrews AFB
4783 Allentown Rd, Camp Springs, 20746
Quality Inn-Takoma Park
7411 New Hampshire Ave, Takoma Park, 20912
Free high-speed internet, free hot breakfast, fridge, safe, iron/iron board, coffee maker, hair dryer in the room.
Radisson Hotel-DC North/Rockville
3 Research Ct, Rockville, 20850
Rambler Inn
426 N Church St, Thurmont, 21788
www.myspace.com/ramblerinnthurmont
Red Roof Inn Plus-Rockville
16001 Shady Grove Rd, Rockville, 20850
Red Roof Inn Washington DC-Laurel
12525 Laurel-Bowie Rd, Laurel, 20708
Red Roof Plus+ Washington DC-Oxon Hill
6170 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, 20745
Residence Inn by Marriott-Bethesda Hotel Downtown
7335 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, 20814
Residence Inn by Marriott-Frederick
5230 Westview Dr, Frederick, 21703
Residence Inn by Marriott-Gaithersburg
9721 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, 20878
Residence Inn by Marriott-Greenbelt
6320 Golden Triangle Dr, Greenbelt, 20770
Residence Inn by Marriott-National Harbor Washington, D.C.
192 Waterfront St, National Harbor, 20745
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wasnh-residence-innnational-harbor-washington-dc
Residence Inn by Marriott-Silver Spring
12000 Plum Orchard Dr, Silver Spring, 20904
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/waslv-residence-inn-silver-spring
Rodeway Inn-Andrews Air Force Base
4783 Allentown Rd, Bldg B, Camp Springs, 20746
Sheraton-Rockville
920 King Farm Blvd, Rockville, 20850
Sheraton-Silver Spring
8777 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, 20910
Sheraton-Washington North
4095 Powder Mill Rd, Beltsville, 20705
www.sheraton.com/washingtonnorth
Sleep Inn & Suites-Emmitsburg
501 Silo Hill Pkwy, Emmitsburg, 21727
Sleep Inn & Suites-Laurel
10127 Washington Blvd, Laurel, 20723
Sleep Inn & Suites-Upper Marlboro
9310 Marlboro Pike, Upper Marlboro, 20772
Sleep Inn-Frederick
5361 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, 21703
Sleep Inn-Rockville/Shady Grove
2 Research Ct, Rockville, 20850
SpringHill Suites by Marriott-Gaithersburg
9715 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, 20878
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wasgt-springhill-suites-gaithersburg
Super 8 Motel-Camp Springs
5151-B Allentown Rd, Camp Springs, 20746
Super 8 Motel-Thurmont
300 Tippin Dr, Thurmont, 21788
Super 8-Frederick
20 Monocacy Blvd, Frederick, 21704
TownePlace Suites by Marriott-Bowie
3700 Town Center Blvd, Bowie, 20716
TownePlace Suites by Marriott-Frederick
5050 Westview Dr, Frederick, 21703
TownePlace Suites by Marriott-Gaithersburg
212 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, 20877
www.towneplacegaithersburg.com
TownePlace Suites by Marriott-Joint Base Andrews
7800 Ferry Ave, Clinton, 20735
The Westin Washington National Harbor
171 Waterfront St, National Harbor, 20745
Wyndham Garden Washington DC North BW Parkway
5811 Annapolis Rd, Cheverly, 20784
www.wyndham.com/hotels/maryland/cheverly/wyndham-garden-washington-dc-north/hotel-overview
BED & BREAKFASTS AND INNS
Eden Park Guest House
7063 Carroll Ave, Takoma Park, 20912
Frederick Inn Bed and Breakfast
3521 Buckeystown Pike, Buckeystown, 21717
Hill House B&B
12 W 3rd St, Frederick, 21701
Hollerstown Hill B&B
4 Clarke Pl, Frederick, 21701
Pleasant Springs Farm
16112 Barnesville Rd, Boyds, 20841
CAMPGROUNDS
Brunswick Family Campground
100 South Maple Ave, Brunswick, 21716
www.potomacrivercampground.com
Apr-Nov.
Cherry Hill Park
9800 Cherry Hill Rd, College Park, 20740
Crow’s Nest Campground
335 W Main St, Rt 77 W, Thurmont, 21788
Shaded sites on a stream. Hookups and primitive(tents) spaces. Low cost monthly camper rentals. Call for rates. Close to Gettysburg, D.C., outlets. Nov-Jun 30; tents: May 1-Oct 31.
VACATION RENTAL PROPERTIES
Above All Else at Windsong
13134A Old Annapolis Rd, Mount Airy, 21771
Canal Quarters-C&O Canal Trust-Lockhouse 6
6100 Clara Barton Pkwy, Bethesda, 20816
www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/canal-quarters-lockhouses-overview/lockhouse6
Canal Quarters-C&O Canal Trust-Lockhouse 10
8128 Riverside Ave, Cabin John, 20818
www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/canal-quarters-lockhouses-overview/lockhouse-10
Canal Quarters-C&O Canal Trust-Lockhouse 22
Pennyfield Lock Rd, Potomac, 20854
www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/canal-quarters-lockhouses-overview/lockhouse-22
Canal Quarters-C&O Canal Trust-Lockhouse 25
15213 Edward Ferry Rd, Poolesville, 20837
www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/canal-quarters-lockhouses-overview/lockhouse-25
Canal Quarters-C&O Canal Trust-Lockhouse 28
3705 Canal Rd, Point of Rocks, 21777
www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/canal-quarters-lockhouses-overview/lockhouse-28
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