Best of Thurmont, MD
Gateway to Catoctin Mountain Park
About Thurmont
Thurmont sits in northern Frederick County along U.S. Highway 15, roughly ten miles from the Pennsylvania border. The town is adjacent to Cunningham Falls State Park and Catoctin Mountain Park, which houses the presidential retreat of Camp David. Each autumn, the community hosts Catoctin Colorfest, an arts and crafts festival attracting about 125,000 visitors.
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Catoctin Wildlife Preserve & Zoo
Located in the Fraley Acres neighborhood, Catoctin Wildlife Preserve & Zoo is an editorially selected Spotlight pick for local visitors. This attraction offers a chance to see wildlife in a preserved setting.
View details →Best Hotels in Thurmont
1 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
Best Restaurants in Thurmont
6 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Mountain Gate Family Restaurant
Mountain Gate Family Restaurant serves a variety of dishes in Altogether.
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Rocky's Pizza
Rocky's Pizza offers a variety of pizza dishes in the Altogether neighborhood.
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Fratelli's
Fratelli's is a pizza restaurant located in the neighborhood of Poplar Knob. It offers a variety of pizza options for diners.
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Los Amigos
Los Amigos offers authentic Mexican dishes in the neighborhood of Poplar Knob. The menu features a variety of traditional flavors that reflect classic Mexican cooking techniques.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Thurmont
1 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Thurmont
12 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Catoctin Furnace
Catoctin Furnace is an attraction located in the neighborhood of Baugher Woods.
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Catoctin Wildlife Preserve & Zoo
Located in the Fraley Acres neighborhood, Catoctin Wildlife Preserve & Zoo is an editorially selected Spotlight pick for local visitors. This attraction offers a chance to see wildlife in a preserved setting.
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Cunningham Falls
Cunningham Falls offers a scenic view of cascading water in the Altogether neighborhood. Visitors can hike trails surrounding the falls and capture photographs from multiple viewpoints.
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Museum of the Iron Worker
The Museum of the Iron Worker showcases industrial history in Baugher Woods.
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North Bob's Hill Overlook
North Bob's Hill Overlook offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
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South Bob's Hill Overlook
South Bob's Hill Overlook is an attraction located in the Thurmont Overlook neighborhood.
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Thurmont Vista
Thurmont Vista is an attraction located in the Catoctin Heights neighborhood.
Best Shops in Thurmont
2 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Gateway Flower and Gift Shop
Gateway Flower and Gift Shop is a shop located in the Catoctin Highlands.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Thurmont
9 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Mechanicstown Square Park
Mechanicstown Square Park offers a green space for community gatherings in Catoctin Highlands.
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Eyler Road Recreation Area
Eyler Road Recreation Area is a park located in the Staubs Thurmont Acres neighborhood.
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Ice Plant Park
Ice Plant Park is a public park located in the Colonial Heights neighborhood.
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Loys Station Park
Loys Station Park is a park located in the Bellemere Estates neighborhood.
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Thurmont Memorial Park
Thurmont Memorial Park is a public park located in the Colonial Heights neighborhood.
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Thurmont Park
Thurmont Park is a public park located in the Altogether neighborhood. It provides an open green space where visitors can relax and enjoy nature.
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