This is where Garrett County meets the best people.

Donation of 1,917-acre forest by the Garrett brothers in 1906 marked the beginning of Maryland's public land system. This forest has the distinction of being the birthplace of forestry in Maryland.

Home to the highest point in any Maryland state forest - Backbone Mountain (3,220 feet). Potomac River headwaters burst from this rugged forest known for its abundant wildlife and excellent trout fishing.

NHRA Drag Racing Pit Access.

Built in 1739, the Hager House served as fort and trading post for Jonathan Hager, town founder; features 18th-century furnishings.

Hands-on activities interprete life in a turn-of-the-century railroad town. Exhibits on local history/visitor information.

State-of-the-art archival facility with one-hour tours available of research center, office areas, laboratories, and records' storage area.

Popular spot for recreation including boating, fishing, swimming, camping, white-water and flat-water paddling sports.

Built 1885 by George Alfred Townsend, famous author/war correspondent of Civil War period. Only monument in the world erected to the memory of war correspondents.