Allegany County

Allegany County has traditionally provided thoroughfares for travelers going west. The National Road, the first federally funded highway, began in Cumberland.

Garrett County

Nature takes center stage in Garrett County, Maryland’s westernmost county. Garrett’s natural environment – including lakes, forests, waterfalls, makes it a haven for outdoor recreational activity.

Washington County

Western Maryland’s Washington County is known for outdoor recreation. In addition to numerous parks, the county features long segments of the Appalachian Trail, the C&O Canal towpath.