Allegany County, County in Western Maryland, United States
Allegany County encompasses 430 square miles of varied terrain within the Appalachian Mountains, featuring numerous hiking trails and natural formations along the Potomac River.
The county was established in 1789 through the division of Washington County, serving as a crucial transportation corridor during the expansion of the American frontier.
The region maintains strong connections to its railroad heritage through the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad and numerous historical museums documenting transportation development.
Cumberland, the county seat, provides centralized government services, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions including Frostburg State University for the 68,106 residents.
Dans Mountain rises 2,898 feet above sea level, making it the highest point in Allegany County and offering extensive views across three states.
Location: Maryland
Inception: 1789
Capital city: Cumberland
Shares border with: Somerset County, Bedford County, Fulton County, Washington County, Morgan County, Hampshire County, Mineral County, Garrett County
Website: https://alleganygov.org
GPS coordinates: 39.63000,-78.69000
Latest update: April 22, 2025 09:21
Rocky Gap State Park
9.4 km
Green Ridge State Forest
21.5 km
Dans Mountain
18.6 km
Fort Ashby
15.3 km
Stone Cottage
19.9 km
Canal Place
6.7 km
Inns on the National Road
16.4 km
B'er Chayim Temple
6.5 km
Downtown Cumberland Historic District
6.5 km
Wills Mountain State Park
8.8 km
La Vale Tollgate House
13.9 km
Washington Street Historic District
7.3 km
Allegany County Courthouse
7 km
Pin Oak Fountain
29.5 km
Town Clock Church
6.8 km
Breakneck Road Historic District
8.5 km
Michael Cresap House
11.9 km
Waverly Street Bridge
34.1 km
Public Safety Building
6.7 km
Cumberland YMCA
6.4 km
African Methodist Episcopal Church
6.7 km
Bell Tower Building
6.8 km
Mount Savage Historic District
17.9 km
Folck's Mill
5.6 km
Greene Street Historic District
7.5 km
City Hall
6.7 km
Phoenix Mill Farm
9 km
First Baptist Church
6.8 kmReviews
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