Welcome to Thurmont!
No matter what your age or interests are, Thurmont has something to offer everyone for every season! Getaway to the Gateway!
Smell the fresh air while hiking The Catoctin Mountain Park and discover the history of the Blue Blazes Still. Cunningham Falls State Park is located just across the street for more hiking, fishing, scenic falls, camping, and a relaxing beach. Wander down to Main Street for strolling, shopping, and of course, our beautiful Murals adjacent to yet another hiking trail, The Thurmont Trolley Trail. Taste the fresh fruit of Thurmont’s orchards, wineries, farmers market, and some of the finest dining in Maryland! Touch the animals on the Safari Ride at the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo while interacting with other exotic animals. See the rolling landscape and scenic view sheds that capture a palette of fall colors in October. Last, but not least, Hear nothing but peaceful streams, and sounds of a peaceful community located at the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains! The Main Street Center will offer a friendly face for telling local history, literature from historic sites and businesses, exhibits depicting the beautiful natural resources, history, and fun Thurmont has to offer. Our Main Street Center is located in the Main Street District at 11 Water Street, and is open Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Noon-4 PM. Thurmont is located in Frederick County Maryland. Our unique location is 60 miles from DC and Baltimore, and only 15 minutes south of Gettysburg, PA, and is a relaxing Getaway so close to home! Relax.Retreat.Recreate. |
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Thurmont Main Street Center
The Main Street Center is a local art co-op comprised of artists works of all types and locally made products! Stop in to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts that will add a personal touch! If you are visiting the area stop in for Thurmont tourism information and souvenirs. The Main Street Center is located at 11 Water Street, and is open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday’s year-round from 11a-4p.
Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11a.m.-4p.m. Art, jewelry, unique gifts, & tourism information
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Stay update for all of the great community events year-round! Be sure to follow us on FB for all of the great events in Thurmont! Click Here for a list for 2020 Fun Events!
Stay update for all of the great community events year-round! Be sure to follow us on FB for all of the great events in Thurmont! Click Here for a list for 2020 Fun Events!
Cunningham Falls State Park Maple Syrup Festival-50th Anniversary!
March 14-15, &
March 21-22 Visit Cunningham Falls State Park to learn about the tradition of making maple syrup. Witness sugaring demonstrations, enjoy a pancake breakfast, and take home your own delicious treat! Admission - A donation of $3 per person is requested in lieu of the park entry park fee. Youth group members are $2 per person. Children in safety seats are free. Money collected will be donated to Friends of Cunningham Falls & Gambrill State Parks. Pancake Breakfast 9:30am-2pm - A piping hot pancake and country sausage breakfast with real Maryland-made maple syrup will be available at the Lakeside Grill. Breakfast is CASH ONLY. Sugaring Demonstrations 10am-2pm - on the hour every hour - A working demonstration of the traditional sap-to-syrup process is featured at the Boiling Shed. Interpretive talks, covering the process and history are given by Park Rangers on the hour. Sign language interpreters are scheduled each Sunday. |
Children's Activities 10am-2pm - Kids of all ages can enjoy games, stories and crafts in a large heated tent.
Maple Syrup Sales 10am2pm - At the Syrup Wagon, real Maryland-made maple syrup products will be for sale for CASH ONLY. Falls Hikes - Don't forget to visit the 78-foot cascading waterfall - tallest in Maryland! The 1/2 mile (each way) self-guided trail begins near the Boiling Shed and ends at the Falls. Cunningham Falls State Park is located in Thurmont |
15 Best Small Towns to Visit in Maryland
Maryland, one of the original thirteen colonies, is a Mid-Atlantic state with beautiful coastlines along the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. With small towns located both along the seaside and the sprawling countryside, Maryland is steeped in colonial history just waiting to be explored.Take some time away from Baltimore and the major city attractions and experience small-town Maryland – sometimes you’ll even feel like you’ve gone back in time and are experiencing US History in person! You’ll both learn and have fun at the same time while you sample the good food and drink that these towns have to offer, or jet off into the sunset on an exciting boat tour. Check out our recommendations for the best small towns to visit in Maryland:
#1. Thurmont, Maryland
A small town in Frederick County, Thurmont is in the northern part of Maryland and quite close to the Pennsylvania border. A designated “Main Street Maryland Community” the town worked to preserve its historic downtown while retaining charm and proximity to nature – its motto is “The Gateway to the Mountains”. Come visit if you’re an outdoors enthusiast or art lover!
Thurmont hosts Catoctin Colorfest each year, an arts festival that attracts up to 125,000 people. Even if you don’t make it, visit just to see Cunningham Falls State Park and Catoctin Mountain Park (where Camp David is located). Bring your hiking boots and hit the trails here, or take it easy and settle for a stroll across Loy’s Station Covered Bridge. You can also get your hands on fresh fruit at Catoctin Mountain Orchard or go wine tasting at Springfield Manor Winery and Distillery.
Source: www.thecrazytourist.com/15-best-small-towns-visit-maryland/
#1. Thurmont, Maryland
A small town in Frederick County, Thurmont is in the northern part of Maryland and quite close to the Pennsylvania border. A designated “Main Street Maryland Community” the town worked to preserve its historic downtown while retaining charm and proximity to nature – its motto is “The Gateway to the Mountains”. Come visit if you’re an outdoors enthusiast or art lover!
Thurmont hosts Catoctin Colorfest each year, an arts festival that attracts up to 125,000 people. Even if you don’t make it, visit just to see Cunningham Falls State Park and Catoctin Mountain Park (where Camp David is located). Bring your hiking boots and hit the trails here, or take it easy and settle for a stroll across Loy’s Station Covered Bridge. You can also get your hands on fresh fruit at Catoctin Mountain Orchard or go wine tasting at Springfield Manor Winery and Distillery.
Source: www.thecrazytourist.com/15-best-small-towns-visit-maryland/
These 10 Gorgeous Lakes In Maryland Are Demanding Your Attention!
Did you know that Maryland has no natural lakes? Even though all of our lakes are man-made, they are still spectacular bodies of water that we’re proud to call our own. Listed below are 10 of the most gorgeous lakes in Maryland, that you won’t regret checking out.
#8 Cunningham Falls Lake in Cunningham Falls State Park. Explore the Lake at Cunningham Falls State Park, and then Enjoy the Great Restaurants in Thurmont along with walking the Thurmont Trolley Trail on East Main Street.. A Perfect Getaway to Thurmont!
Click here: www.onlyinyourstate.com/maryland/gorgeous-lakes-md/
#8 Cunningham Falls Lake in Cunningham Falls State Park. Explore the Lake at Cunningham Falls State Park, and then Enjoy the Great Restaurants in Thurmont along with walking the Thurmont Trolley Trail on East Main Street.. A Perfect Getaway to Thurmont!
Click here: www.onlyinyourstate.com/maryland/gorgeous-lakes-md/
Thurmont Named Third in Top 10 Safest Cities in MarylandThurmont Ranked # 3 for the 2018 Report
3. Thurmont Population: 6,507 Violent crimes per 1,000: 0.92 Property crimes per 1,000: 10.45 Total crime: 8.82% violent, 91.18% property Click here for the full report |
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