Frederick County Maryland is home to a community that has something for everyone. Located 40 miles from Washington, DC, and the Baltimore metropolitan area Historic Frederick has been a center of American history since 1745. The County features the best of both suburban and rural living flanked by Sugarloaf Mountain to the south and the Catoctin Mountains to the north. These are just some of the main factors Frederick was listed as #17 on the Top 100 Best Places to Live in 2022.
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Known for its skyline of clustered spires Frederick City features a 40 block historic district that is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is a destination for residents and tourists alike. The annual "In the Street" celebration during the fall draws more than 50,000 people to enjoy downtown Frederick.
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In 2002 Frederick was named one of the National Trust for Historic PreservationāsĀ āDistinct Destinationsā. In 2005 Frederick received theĀ āGreat American Main StreetāĀ Recognition an honor given to only a hand full of communities nationwide.
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Carroll Creek Park, modeled after the River Walk in San Antonio, Texas, began as a flood control project in the late 1970s. After the great Frederick flood of 1976 which left parts of downtown under three feet of water. The Carroll Creek Walk spanning more than a mile through the heart of downtown Frederick features specialty shops, outdoor concerts, dining, breweries, and a distillery. Frederick also offers over 200 antique dealers selling collectibles from all around the world.
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Frederick County played a major role in the Civil War. The Battle of the Monocacy saved Washington, DC from being burned by Confederate troops. Frederick also served as a major hospital center following nearby battles at Antietam and Gettysburg. You can explore the history at The National Museum of Civil War Medicine.
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Mount Olivet Cemetery is the final resting place for many historical figuresĀ such as Francis Scott Key and Barbara Fritche. The "Stories in Stone" blogs are very captivating reads to learn more about those buried on this hallowed ground.
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If you're looking for outdoor recreation Frederick County has an abundance of options.Ā
Sugarloaf Mountain is privately owned, open to the public, located south of Frederick, and a popular tourist attraction for sightseeing. Sugarloaf is known to locals for its trail system for hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, and picnicking.
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The towpath of the C&O Canal National Historical Park runs through Frederick County. The trail is ideal for walking, running, hiking, or bicycling.
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Catoctin Mountain National Park north of Frederick offers 23 miles of trails for hiking and it is also the home to Camp David the Presidential retreat.
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Cunningham Falls State Park, just north of Frederick features an idyllic 78-foot waterfall and the park includes a 42-acre lake, campsites, playgrounds, picnic areas, and hiking trails.
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The Appalachian Trail follows the western border of Frederick County and is a great place to hike.
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Go for a drive and take the scenic route to see the many covered bridges.
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The Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo has an outstanding collection of exotic animals and a petting zoo.
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Baker Park is the site of one of Frederick's most popular events. The 4th of July "Party in the Park" celebration. The 58-acre park in downtown Frederick includes a band shell, Culler Lake, tennis and pickle ball courts.
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This is my entry into the ActiveRain February 2023 Challenge, What's Lšve Got To Do With It? hosted by Debe Maxwell, CRS,Ā andĀ Brian England.Ā Ā
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