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1. Cunningham Falls State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Catoctin Mountain Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Catoctin Mountain Orchard

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4. Loys Station Covered Bridge

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5. Catoctin Breeze Vineyard and Winery

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6. Roddy Road Covered Bridge

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7. Catoctin Furnace

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8. Links Bridge Vineyards

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9. Utica Mills Covered Bridge

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10. Catoctin Wildlife Preserve

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11. Bollinger's Restaurant

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12. Springfield Manor Winery Brewery and Distillery

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13. Mountain Gate Family Restaurant

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Thurmont is a lovely town in Frederick County, Maryland, located just 10 miles south of the state's Pennsylvania border near the city of Frederick.
  • The city is best known as the home of prestigious Camp David, a major retreat for all United States Presidents throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
  • Visitors can enjoy excellent outdoor recreational opportunities at areas like Catoctin Mountain Park and Cunningham Falls State Park, which sit on the side of beautiful Catoctin Mountain.
  • Each year, the city hosts the delightful Catoctin Colorfest arts and crafts festival, which draws more than 125,000 attendees each year.

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