- The list below includes 21 free or cheap things to do in or near Oakland, Maryland, including 44 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, History Museums, National & State Parks and Bowling.
- From Swallow Falls State Park to Deep Creek Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oakland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Davis, Grantsville and Cumberland.
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The historical Cheat Summit Fort is an ancient military fort that offers free admission to visitors and is open from sunrise to sunset. The fort regularly holds a semi-annual living history and reenactment event.
40.3 Miles
Situated on over 900,000 acres, Monongahela National Forest features trails suitable for hiking and mountain biking along with RV and tent campsites. It can also be used for fishing, hunting, picnics, wildlife viewing and cross-country skiing.
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On the New Tygart Flyer, passengers can take a 4-hour, 46-mile round trip train ride through mountain wilderness. Leaving from Elkins, passengers experience deep mountain ravines, an 'S' curve tunnel and get to see the 'High Falls of Cheat' waterfall.
41.0 Miles
The American Music Theater offers a variety of music show with a new show each season. Selections include a two-hour premier show incorporating many mountain music favorites, an American Music Show including the music of Elvis and Louis Armstrong, Dailey & Vincent bluegrass shows, and others.
41.2 Miles
Riders can go on a 1.5 hour guided horseback ride to Seneca Rocks. The trip includes two stops and time near the top of the rocks to play on them.
41.2 Miles
A movie theater with eight screens, Elkins Cinema 8 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers 3D movies as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
41.6 Miles
The Moon Glo Skating Rink is an indoor recreational skating facility that is open from 7pm to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays. The skating rink is available to rent for private parties and roller hockey games.
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I-79 at Exit 139 - follow the signs to the park, Fairmont, WV
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In the late 1700s, Captain Jacob Prickett and his family moved to the area now known as Prickett's Fort. Visitors can tour the fort, along with the 19th century Job Prickett House, Prickett Cemetery, as actors enact daily living activities.
42.3 Miles
Elkins Bowling Recreation Center is a family-oriented, old-fashioned bowling alley that offers open bowling as well as league and tournament bowling. It serves a variety of food and beverage choices, as well.