ATTRACTIONS & RECREATION CAPITAL REGION National Museum of Health and Medicine 2500 Linden Ln, Silver Spring, 301-319-3300 www.medicalmuseum.mil Established as the Army Medical Museum during the Civil War. The military medical museum is about the past, present and future of American military medicine. OUTDOOR RECREATION Springfield Manor Winery and Distillery Six Flags America Watkins Regional Park 301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, 301-218-6700 www.mncppc.org/3204/Watkins-Regional-Park Features the Chesapeake Carousel (authentic, hand-carved and restored turn-of-the-century Dentzel carousel), miniature train ride, putt-putt golf and playground. d SPORTS 11836 Auburn Rd, Thurmont, 301-271-0099 www.springfieldmanor.com Large historic estate offering guests an ideal setting to enjoy fine wines, craft beer and award-winning Bourbon, Whiskey, Rum, Gin and Brandy. Utica Covered Bridge Mark Kovach Fishing Services 406 Pershing Dr, Silver Spring, 301-588-8742 www.mkfs.com We fish both spin and fly tackle on the Potomac River float trips. We also provide fly fishing classes. Utica Rd, Thurmont, 301-600-4047, 1-800-999-3613 www.visitfrederick.org Historic covered bridge (c. 1850) nestled in the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains. HISTORY & HERITAGE 13710 Central Ave, Upper Marlboro, 301-249-1500 www.sixflags.com/america Thrilling theme/water park featuring 100+ rides, shows and attractions. Ten coasters, four kids’ areas, water park and seasonal events. d $ See ad on page 37. Prince George’s Equestrian Center/ Show Place Arena Catoctin Furnace Matthew Henson State Park Winding Creek LP E to Alderton Rd, Silver Spring, 301-495-2595 www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/matthew-henson-state-stream-valley-park/matthew-henson-trail Cunningham Falls State Park, Catoctin Furnace Rd, Rt 806, Thurmont, 301-271-7574 www.nps.gov/cato/learn/historyculture/ furnace.htm HISTORY & HERITAGE 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro, 301-952-7900 www.showplacearena.com Suburban D.C.’s most versatile sports, equestrian, entertainment, trade show and meeting facility with 49,000-sq. ft. of space and banquet facilities. d Greenway with recreational features that runs along Turkey Branch, a tributary of Rock Creek.. Managed by Montgomery County. In operation from 1776 to 1905. Trails to furnace. A National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site. e OUTDOOR RECREATION Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Driving Tour Walkersville ATTRACTIONS Thurmont ATTRACTIONS Catoctin Mountain Park Blue Blazes Whiskey Still 6602 Foxville Rd, Catoctin Mountain Park, Thurmont, 301-663-9388 www.nps.gov/cato/learn/historyculture/ still.htm Genuine whiskey still from Prohibition days. National Park Service operates interpretive program. 6602 Foxville Rd, Thurmont, 301-663-9388 www.nps.gov/cato/index.htm Scenery, wildlife, wildflowers, historic buildings, hiking trails, scenic drives, camping and fly-fishing. Stay overnight in historic cabin in Camp Misty Mount. d e 16000 Croom Airport Rd, Patuxent River Park and Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary, Upper Marlboro, 301-627-6074 www.pgparks.com Four-mile tour with exhibits along Patuxent River. Pick up the tour brochure at the Patuxent River Park Visitor’s Center. Walkersville Southern Railroad Columbia Air Center Cunningham Falls State Park Catoctin Breeze Vineyard 15010 Roddy Rd, Thurmont, 240-578-3831 www.catoctinbreeze.com Boutique family-owned winery committed to producing quality wines where terroir and minimum intervention is reflected in each bottle produced. d e 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd, Thurmont, 301-271-7574 https://dnr.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. d $ e 16000 Croom Airport Rd, Patuxuent River Park, Upper Marlboro, 301-627-6074 www.pgparks.com Site began in 1941 as the first African-American owned and operated airfield in the state. First Black Civil Air Patrol squadron in the D.C. area was formed here. 34 W Pennsylvania Ave, Walkersville, 301-898-0899 www.wsrr.org Come enjoy a 70-minute-long train ride through scenic Frederick County countryside. Tracks were originally built in 1872 by the Pennsylvania Railroad. d $ Wheaton ATTRACTIONS Brookside Gardens Darnall’s Chance House Museum Catoctin Wildlife Preserve & Zoo Ole Mink Farm 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro, 301-952-8010 www.pgparks.com/3055/ Darnalls-Chance-House-Museum Throughout history, the site has served as the home of many prominent tobacco merchants. A National Park Service Network to Freedom site. d $ 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton Regional Park, Wheaton, 301-962-1400 www.brooksidegardens.org Themed formal gardens, conservatories with seasonal displays, programs, tours and exhibits, annual butterfly exhibit, holiday light show, gift shops, rental facilities. d SPORTS Northwest Park Golf Course 13019 Catoctin Furnace Rd, Thurmont, 301-271-3180 https://catoctinwildlifepreserve.com Natural ponds, lush landscaping, and wandering Ambass-zoo-dors who are eager to indulge inquisitive guests. Bears, boas, macaws, monkeys and more. Safari rides. d $ Elizabeth Keckly Burial Site Loy’s Station Covered Bridge Old Frederick Rd, off US 77, 3 miles from Thurmont, Thurmont, 301-600-4047, 1-800-999-3613 www.visitfrederick.org/listing/ loys-station-covered-bridge/268 90-ft. covered bridge (c.1848) over Owen’s Creek. An adjoining park provides picnic and play area. 12806 Mink Farm Rd, Thurmont, 301-271-7012 www.oleminkfarm.com Get away to the Catoctin Mountains. Stay in a luxury log cabin or rent a seasonal campsite. Nearby hiking, biking, swimming & historical attractions. d $ National Harmony Memorial Park, 7101 Sheriff Rd, Upper Marlboro, 301-772-0900 www.nationalharmony.com Keckly (Mary Todd Lincoln’s seamstress) worked on behalf of emancipated enslaved people. A National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site. OUTDOOR RECREATION 15711 Layhill Rd, Wheaton, 301-598-6100 www.mcggolf.com Beautiful layout is popular with golfers of all abilities. The championship tees offer just under 7,400 yards of pure golf. d VISITOR SERVICES Accokeek GROUND TRANSPORTATION Adventure Tours / Adventures by Dawn Merkle Natural Resources Management Area Roddy Road Covered Bridge Upper Marlboro ATTRACTIONS 1470 Roddy Rd, Thurmont, 301-600-4047, 1-800-999-3613 www.visitfrederick.org/listing/ roddy-road-covered-bridge/272 This 40-ft., single-span covered bridge, built in 1856, stretches over Owen’s Creek; one of the area’s finest trout streams. Calvert Brewing Company/Taproom and Production Brewery 15850 Commerce Ct, Upper Marlboro, 240-245-4609 www.calvertbrewingcompany.com 11704 Fenno Rd, Upper Marlboro, 443-510-9920, 1-888-432-2267 https://dnr.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. d 17517-B Indian Head Hwy, Accokeek, 301-868-1141, 1-877-451-0059 www.abdtours.com Charter packages for business, conventions, groups and school tours. Known for safe, reliable transport. Bowie GROUND TRANSPORTATION BK Charter Oak Creek Golf Club One of 10 breweries in the world to utilize the American-made IDD mash filtration system that allow us to brew more quickly and efficiently. 600 Bowieville Manor Ln, Upper Marlboro, 301-249-0809 www.golfoakcreek.com Oak Creek has 18 holes lined by age old oak trees and boasts a luxurious pro shop. The Grove restaurant is the perfect venue for post-golf celebrating. d 12138 Central Ave, Ste 564, Bowie, 301-423-3567 www.bkcharterbus.com Well-equipped coaches for tour groups, field trips, convention servcies, retreats and other events. DESTINATION MARYLAND / 119
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