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Elktown is a charming town located at the navigational head of the Elk River, originally known as the Head of Elk due to its use as a travel route to the nearby Chesapeake Bay. During the 19th and 20th centuries, the town was known as the "Gretna Green of the East" due to its popularity as an elopement site for area couples. Today, it offers lovely rustic attractions for visitors looking to experience true small-town Maryland life, including the state's oldest preserved historic covered bridge, which can be traversed on foot throughout the year. Each year, the city hosts the annual Fairhill Scottish Games, which attract more than 500 Scottish and Celtic performers and competitors.
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