Frostburg

Cycling and walks

Frostburg is a Trail Town on the Great Allegheny Passage, making it a destination for cyclists planning a continuous route between Pittsburgh and Cumberland. The Great Allegheny Passage runs through Frostburg and is suitable there for both cycling and scenic walks. This makes it possible to include the same route in your stay in two ways: as part of a cycling tour or as a walking path.

Frostburg’s parks include walking trails. Visitors can also stroll through the arboretum on the Frostburg State University campus. This gives you different options for your trip planning: trails in the parks and the campus arboretum. Campus access may vary, so check the visitor guidelines in advance.

City history and culture

Frostburg’s Historic District includes more than 350 commercial and residential buildings and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This puts an entire district in the spotlight, not just a single building. The Frostburg Museum features exhibits on the city’s founding, its history, and the way its residents lived in the past. Exhibits may change; if you are interested in a particular topic, it is worth checking the current program. The district and the museum offer different ways to explore: a larger architectural setting on the one hand, and themed exhibits about the city and its residents on the other.

The Frostburg Arts & Entertainment District hosts Arts Walks twice a year. Summer events include Lemonade Stroll and Derby Day. The Palace Theatre screens a mix of classic, independent, documentary, and foreign films; it also hosts live music, theater performances, and lectures. When choosing dates, it helps to distinguish between the twice-yearly Arts Walks and the summer events mentioned above. The theater adds film and stage programs to the mix. Dates and programs may change, so check the calendar if you want to include a specific event in your trip plans.

Planetarium and collections

The Frostburg State University Planetarium has a domed theater equipped with a modern digital projection system. For the remainder of 2026, the university is offering public shows such as Science Saturdays. The equipment is a defining feature of the planetarium, while specific shows depend on the schedule. Check it before your visit.

The Thrasher Carriage Museum has one of the most significant collections of horse-drawn vehicles in the United States. It includes, among other things, a milk wagon and a Vanderbilt sleigh. These two examples illustrate the range of vehicle types in the collection. Since access is seasonal, check visiting options for your travel dates.

Discover more destinations: Cumberland, Barton, La Vale

For the regional travel overview: Allegany.