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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 Event Calendar
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See the Town of Thurmont in
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Maryland's Scenic Byways: Journey Through Hallowed Ground

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Please click here for Restaurants that remain Open for Takeout., Delivery, & Drive Thru during the Covid 19 Pandemic..You will also find Useful Resources for your Businesses 

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 also home to the Rebecca Pearl Gallery. The Main Street Center is located at 11 Water Street. Due to Covid 19 the Center has very limited hours: Friday & Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Beginning August hours will be Thursday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. You must have a mask covering your mouth and nose when entering and while shopping in the Center.
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Limited Hours at this time: Friday, & Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
​Art, jewelry, unique gifts, & tourism information
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​Stay up to date for all of the great community events year-round! Be sure to follow us on FB for all of the great events
​in Thurmont!
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15 Best Small Towns to Visit in Maryland

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​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/


Top 10 Places To Live In Maryland

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Who wouldn't want to live in a place where there's low crime and everyone is rich? That's the case with Thurmont. Things are looking peachy keen here. The unemployment rate is the 22nd lowest in Maryland and the median income comes in at $72,868.This is the kind of place you brag to your friends on Facebook about.

Population: 6,700
Rank Last Year: 15 (Up 8)
Median Home Value: $248,000 (23rd best)
Unemployment Rate: 6.4% (22nd best)

Thurmont! A great place to live, Visit, & Work!

Check out our local realtors:
J&B Real Estate
Shank & Associates
Taylor Huffman Team-Long & Foster

​Click here for Top 10 List


These 10 Gorgeous Lakes In Maryland Are Demanding Your Attention!

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​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/


Thurmont in the Top 10 Safest Cities in Maryland 

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Thurmont in the Top 10 Safesest Cities in Maryland for the last five years!
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Thurmont was rated the second safest city in the State of Maryland in 2015, and the ranked ninth safest city in the State of Maryland in 2016, number seven safest in 2017, and third in 2018, and fifth safest in 2019 by Safewise.
Source 2015  http://www.movoto.com/guide/md/safest-places-in-maryland/
Source 2016  http://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-maryland/)
Source 2017  https://www.alarms.org/the-safest-cities-in-maryland-2017/
Source 2018  https://www.homesnacks.net/cities/safest-places-in-maryland/
Source 2019  https://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-maryland/


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