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Guest User: The hotel was good but also updated. Rooms were good clean and also nice fresh linen. Had a good and easy to adjust shower although the bathroom was pretty small as it included a toilet as well. Everything else was good. Breakfast was better than the previous hotels we stayed but can be better. Some breakfast items were not presented and there was no microwave so not possible the cook the oat porridge.
420 Prospect Blvd
From € 76
Guest User: This hotel is very satisfactory! Everyone is nice and accommodating!
999 W Patrick St
From € 57
MehmetOzgur Direkci: I am staying at Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick. It is a small but very pleasant and well-maintained hotel. The price–performance ratio is quite good. The rooms are nice, modern, and recently renovated. It is definitely a suitable option for anyone visiting this area. However, I was honestly surprised by the way the hotel staff strictly follow internal policies instead of focusing on guest comfort and flexibility, even in situations where a more guest-oriented approach would have made the stay more pleasant.
5579 Spectrum Dr
From € 73
Guest User: Very good, complete and comfortable facilities
7226 Corporate Ct, Frederick
From € 130
Guest User: Was wonderful not having to worry about waking up early for check out . Room was so peaceful i slept in after breakfast which was my fault lol
1565 Opossumtown Pike
From € 90
YD Trips: Spacious hotel room, stayed for one night with some fam. No issues ar all!
4850 Buckeystown Pike
From € 126
Guest User: The motel was located near the downtown, service was friendly, room was clean and nicely decorated, pool was closed . The pool was closed for unknown reasons and sign at lobby said to be closed until announced.
5646 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick
From € 66
Guest User: Access to the room was good and I knew it immediately. The room was clean, the front desk was kind and the feeling was good. I will use it again.
7300 Executive Way, Frederick
From € 91
Guest User: Overall stay was good but could hv been a little better. The beds are hard on my back. The elevator was slow and had to hit buttons to open door on every floor. Front desk clerk was pleasant and friendly. Breakfast was pretty good with plenty of options. We were there from Richmond va for local crab feast.
998 W Patrick St
From € 82
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#fallcolors Driving through Catoctin Mountain Park in mid-October felt like moving through a slow, colorful dream. The road wound gently through hardwood forests where the leaves had turned shades of crimson, gold, and russet. I had expected a quick scenic drive, but I kept pulling over to take photos and ended up spending most of the afternoon there. The park is free to enter and open year-round, though some roads and facilities close in winter. I stopped at the visitor center first to pick up a map and ask about current foliage conditions. The ranger recommended the loop drive and a short hike to Cunningham Falls, which I did and enjoyed, though the trail was rockier than I expected. Wear proper shoes and bring water, even for a short walk. One thing I did not anticipate was how quickly the light changed in the valleys. By late afternoon, long shadows had settled over the lower sections of the road, and I lost some of the vibrant color I had been enjoying earlier. If I could redo the drive, I would start earlier in the day. I also made the mistake of relying solely on my phone for navigation; service was spotty in places, so a paper map would have been a smart backup.
#bucketlistdestinations Catoctin Mountain Park is home to Cunningham Falls—a 78-foot waterfall and the Mossy Trail that winds through a forest of oak and maple. Entrance is free (no day-use fee), and the trailhead has a parking lot (free, but fills by 9 am on weekends). The trail is rocky, with some steep sections and a few stream crossings—I wore hiking boots and brought trekking poles. I carried 1.5 liters of water; there’s a water fountain at the nearby campground, but not on the trail. A park ranger told me the falls are best after rain—“the moss glows when the water hits it.” Kindness beat: a local family shared their picnic lunch and told me to visit the “Blue Ridge Summit” (a nearby overlook)—“the moss there is the color of the sky.” My take: Cunningham Falls is a reminder that “small” waterfalls can be just as beautiful as big ones. The moss on the rocks is a sign that the forest is healthy, even with thousands of visitors a year. Should we prioritize “natural” beauty over “manicured” beauty in national parks?
We spent almost 2 weeks in Frederick on our last trip — visiting my American mom. We met 10 years ago when I came to the U.S. through a social work exchange program, and we’ve stayed close ever since 🤍 And even after all that time there, I think 👉 1 day in Frederick is actually perfect if you plan it right. ⸻ Frederick is a small historic town in Maryland, about 1 hour from Washington, D.C. — known for its charming downtown, walkable streets, and relaxed atmosphere. Here’s how I’d spend a perfect day 👇 ⸻ ☀️ MORNING — historic downtown 📍 Historic Downtown Frederick 👉 quiet streets + local shops 👉 very easy to explore on foot 💡 go early → best light and fewer people ⸻ 🌿 MIDDAY — slow walk 📍 Carroll Creek Park 👉 canals, bridges, and small details everywhere 👉 perfect for a relaxed walk ⸻ 🍴 LUNCH — keep it simple 👉 anywhere in downtown 👉 small local cafés 👉 no need to overplan ⸻ 🌇 AFTERNOON — nature + views 📍 Gambrill State Park 👉 about 15–20 minutes by car 👉 quiet, green, and completely different from downtown ⸻ ✈️ HOW TO GET THERE From Baltimore/Washington International Airport 👉 ~1 hour by car From Washington Dulles International Airport 👉 ~1–1.5 hours 💡 renting a car is the easiest option ⸻ 💡 QUICK REAL TIPS ✔️ perfect day trip from D.C. or Baltimore ✔️ everything downtown is walkable ✔️ don’t rush — the vibe is the main reason to come ✔️ great break from big cities ⸻ Frederick is not about big attractions — it’s about how it feels ✨ And for me, it will always be special because of the people there 🤍 ⸻ 💬 would you add a small town like this to your trip? Should I share more about my trips around USA? ⸻ #travel #tripcom #maryland #smalltown #usatravel #traveltips
🔥Checked in American National Parks: 3/100 Driving from Gettysburg Park to Monocacy Park, you will pass through Catoctin Mountain Park, which is great for hiking when the weather is nice. The park consists of a state park and a national park, established during the Great Depression in 1930, and the mountain area once had steel mills and breweries. Turn right off the highway exit to enter the mountain area, where the signal is decent, so there's no need to download Google offline maps in advance. You can set your destination directly to Catoctin Mountain Park Visitor Center, where there is a larger parking lot. At the visitor center, you can get a trail map for hiking, and there is also a small exhibition hall. On the way to the visitor center, you will pass by a small waterfall and lake area, and the walking distance is not too long. There are mainly 2 trails starting from the visitor center. One is the 0.6-mile Blue Blazes Whiskey, a round trip of about half an hour, which is a relatively simple trail where you can see a reconstructed prototype of the distillery, and it's not difficult to walk. The other is the 2.8-mile Cunningham Falls, a round trip of about 2 hours, with larger rocks along the way, so it's a good idea to bring some water and snacks. ✨Catoctin Mountain Park✨ 🕙Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 09:00-16:30 💰Ticket Price: Free admission 🔖Stamp Collection: You can get a map and stamp at the visitor center.
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