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River & Trail Outfitters

Biking, Camping, Canoeing, Hiking

Knoxville, MD
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River & Trail Outfitters offers a variety of trips for your outdoor fun! For over 40 years, they have offered whitewater rafting, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, ziplining, biking, camping, team-building, hiking trips, and food & drink paddling tours.

Washington Monument State Park

Historical Sites, Museums, National & State Parks, Historical Sites, Museums, National & State Parks

Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails

Middletown, MD

On the summit of South Mountain, a spur of the Blue Ridge chain, stands the rugged stone tower known as The Washington Monument, the first monument dedicated to the memory of George Washington. Washington Monument State Park offers an accessible picnic area, playground and museum.

Thoroughfare Gap Civil War Trails Site

Historical Sites, Historical Sites

Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails

Scott, VA

The Confederate columns, led by Jackson’s force, headed to this Bull Run Mountain pass after leaving The Plains. Jackson’s troops sprinted though Aug. 26 without a problem, putting distance between him and Longstreet, who lagged behind. By Aug. 28, there were lots of Federals in the areas, some of whom headed to the gap to […]

The Wilderness Battlefield Exhibit Shelter

Historical Sites, Historical Sites

Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails

An open-air shelter provides orientation exhibits. A five-mile driving tour and several walking trails provide access to key spots on the 1864 battlefield.

The Union Mills Homestead and Grist Mill

Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Homes, Historical Sites, Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Homes, Historical Sites

Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails

Westminster, MD

Home of Shriver family for six generations, also Maryland Civil War Trails site. Mill produces stone-ground corn meal, wheat, buckwheat flour.

The Graffiti House

Historical Homes, Historical Sites, Historical Homes, Historical Sites

Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails

Brandy Station, VA

Built as a residence for a local family, the Graffiti House was converted into a hospital after the Battle of Kelly’s Ford in March of 1863.

South Mountain State Park

Historical Sites, National & State Parks, Historical Sites, National & State Parks

Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails

Boonsboro, MD

Located on the Ridge of South Mountain, the South Mountain State Park extends the length of the mountain from Pen-Mar to Weverton. Battle of South Mountain occurred on September 14, 1862. The Appalachian Trail (AT) is a 2178-mile long footpath that runs from Maine to Georgia. The Appalachian Trail in Maryland runs approximately 41 miles […]

South Mountain State Battlefield Park

Battle Sites, Historical Sites, National & State Parks, Battle Sites, Historical Sites, National & State Parks

Scenic Drives and Trails

Middletown, MD

The State Battlefield park encompasses the three gaps (Crampton’s, Fox’s, and Turner’s gaps) that were the scene of the Sept 14, 1862 battle, just days before Antietam.

Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive

Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites, National & State Parks, Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites, National & State Parks

Biking, Camping, Hiking, Horse Country, Scenic Drives and Trails

Virginia

Gazing across the horizon from the peaks of Shenandoah National Park it’s hard to believe you are just 75 miles from the bustle of our nation’s capital. Take Skyline Drive along the crest of the mountains through the woods and past spectacular vistas. Hike in the shade of oak trees along the Appalachian Trail, discover […]

Scottsville Historic District

Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites, Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites

Shopping

Restaurants

Scottsville, VA

Comprised of almost one hundred old buildings, the Scottsville Historic District is a wonderful reminder of 18th and 19th century life in rural Virginia. Almost half of the homes and buildings that remain date to before the Civil War, and tourists can delight in the quiet of the riverfront, or enjoy the small shops and […]

Orange Historic Downtown

Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites, Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites

Shopping

Restaurants, Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries

Orange, VA

In 1749, the unincorporated town of Orange Court House became the county seat. The Town was incorporated in 1872; in 1890, the official name was shortened to Orange.

Oatlands Historic House & Gardens

Historical Homes, Historical Sites, Historical Homes, Historical Sites

Scenic Drives and Trails

Leesburg, VA

George Carter, descendant of one of Virginia’s first families, began the 3,408 acre Oatlands Plantation in 1798, and began building the classic Federal-style mansion in 1804, adding to and embellishing the house for nearly 30 years.