The Frederick

Field Guide

A story with every step

Summer Family Fun in Frederick County

Enjoy a day at the beach in the mountains at Cunningham Falls State Park's Hunting Creek Lake Frederick and family fun go hand-in-hand, especially during the warm weather months! There’s so much for adults and children to see and do together - here are ideas for memorable experiences for all ages in…

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Top Sustainable Visitor Attractions in Frederick County, MD

In Frederick County, Maryland, the spirit of sustainable living and environmental stewardship is a year-round celebration. From the rolling hills of our vineyards to the treetop adventures in our hillside forests, we have many visitor experiences and attractions that are dedicated to protecting and…

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Finding Frederick's Freakiest Folklore

Frederick County is famous for its crucial role in the Civil War and many eras of American history. However, beyond the battlefields, a lesser-known world of legends and ghostly stories awaits. Read along to uncover surprising secrets that linger in the shadows of Frederick's rich history, and how…

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Long Hikes in Frederick, MD

From mountain vistas to cascading waterfalls, Frederick County offers a wide variety of hikes for people of all abilities. Some of the trails are well-traveled, favorites to both locals and visitors. But, for the individual looking for a more solitary walk in the woods, there are still many options…

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The Bridges and Fountains of Carroll Creek Park

Carroll Creek Park began as a flood control project in the late 1970s. After the Great Frederick Flood of 1976 left parts of Downtown Frederick under three feet of water, it was obvious a solution was needed to remove Frederick from the 100-year flood plain. The plan successfully put the creek…

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Haunted Happenings in Historic Frederick

Take a "spirited" tour through historic Downtown Frederick... Frederick, Maryland has been billed as "the most haunted city in Maryland" and with good reason. The city's long and storied history is full of tales of soldiers, famous local residents, and moments that shaped our nation's history…

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