- Our list of the best things to do in Cumberland, Maryland, features the top 28 nearby activities — including 13 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Cumberland, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Cumberland, MD , followed by 5 popular activities in nearby cities, including Grantsville and Flintstone
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Bicycling and hiking are some of the activities you can do at the Great Allegheny Passage Trail. This 15-mile path connects with the 184.5-mile C&O Canal Towpath at Cumberland. You will pass by industrial and coal mining ruins along the way.
30.3 Miles
C&O Canal - Paw Paw Tunnel is an old infrastructure which is 184 miles to Georgetown, DC. This was built by hand about 150 years ago. Along the path are some shade and picnic areas, restaurants, and bike stores.
0.2 Miles
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105 votes
13 Canal Street, Cumberland, MD
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Explore canal living with fun exhibits at the C&O Canal National Historical Park and Visitors Museum in Cumberland. There is also a C&O boat and replica of the Paw Paw Tunnel on display.
6.7 Miles
The special feature of Rocky Gap State Park is a man-made lake called Lake Habeeb which borders sandy beaches and offers opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming. Besides the lake, the park is also home to numerous nature trails, campsites and an amphitheater.
0.2 Miles
Western Maryland Scenic Railroad is a heritage railroad which operates between Cumberland and Frostburg offering scenic train rides to passengers with the help of their steam and diesel locomotives.
0.3 Miles
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9 votes
31 Washington Street, Cumberland, MD 21502
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The Allegany County Library System has a trove of books, movies, music, ebooks, audiobooks and periodicals and all are easily searchable. They also have special features like computer classes for adults, book clubs and special art events.
0.4 Miles
In addition to being a full-service bike shop, the Cumberland Trail Connection offers shuttle services to biking trails, bike rentals, guide services, and mountain biking tours. The site even has home brews and home brewing supplies.
0.3 Miles
17 Howard St, Cumberland, MD
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From dry to semi-sweet to sweet selections, the Charis Winery offers visitors a well-rounded wine tasting experience. Their grape and fruit varieties will tickle the palates of connoisseurs and everyday tasters alike.
0.2 Miles
At the bottom of the railway depot is the Cumberland Visitor Center. The first floor is the visitor center and C&O Canal National Park museum, and on the second floor is the lobby for the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.
8.6 Miles
The Trasher Carriage Museum is a little carriage museum at the train station in the area. They have a selection of old horse-drawn vehicles and assorted period amenities displays on two floors.