Great place with great views!…read more Pop "Woodstock Tower" into Google Maps, and it will take you to the right spot (Apple Maps only took me to the trailhead a distance away). This will put you near a little overlook off the dirt road or if you keep going, a small gravel parking lot. Be prepared to drive on dirt and gravel roads for over a mile to get here; you are going the right way! This end of the trail has a clearly marked sign saying it is the Woodstock Tower. From either of those parking lots it's only about ¼ mile walk to get to the tower. The path varies from rocky to flat dirt. Loads of hickory nuts line the path. You could also come from the other end of the trail, which is over a mile away in the other direction. The climb up is steep but manageable (I'd recommend being more careful descending!) with metal steps. Considering she's still standing 90 years after her construction, I'd say the tower is stable. Hats off to the Civilian Conservation Corps for building this lasting landmark! The views from the top are great and worth the short walk and short climb. I met a local man at the top who shoots a lot of videos from up there. He did warn that sometimes there are black bears in the area; I never saw one my whole time, but just keep alert. It was a little cold on the mid-October day we were there and the top of the mountain did mean lots of cross wind, so dress appropriately. Unless you're weird about heights (apologies to my wife; thanks for walking out to it with us, Baby), this is a worthwhile visit. Definitely recommend!

What a pleasant surprise! We drove up the mountain on Christmas Eve and simply enjoyed the views…read more Our goal of finding the tower wasn't easy being that my bf hadn't been up there since he was a kid. Nevertheless we found it :-) I was a bit apprehensive of climbing it at first but took baby steps lol. What a beautiful scenery once you reach the top. Great experience!

We stopped by this scenic overlook on the way to Deep Creek Lake. It has stunning panoramic views…read moreand plenty of parking spots. In the distance to the right you can even some some cows grazing in a field. Unfortunately there are no benches. Stop by and snap some photos!

A very pretty overlook area. The parking lot is quite large and well back from the highway if you…read morewant to get out and look around a bit. There were a number of folks there eating lunch in their cars and enjoying the view when we stopped by. You can see out to fields, woods, and mountains and really appreciate the landscape. Great stop if you're passing by!

Oh my goodness! What an adorable village. The interiors are so well made. Carpeted floors, mirrors,…read morelamps, beds, chairs. It's all there. These houses are bigger than I had expected, maybe three feet at the roof line. You must squat down to look inside. Using my digital camera to 'see' inside helped a lot and revealed the surprising detail. Eagle scouts were on site decorating for Christmas when we stooped by. One of the houses is being repaired and the train needs to be set up to run before they open for the holidays. According to their social media page they open for the season this year on November 25th, but they are open all year 'round. Some houses are in need of TLC. A roof or two have moss, and the firestation is filled with cob webs. But honestly, if I were a spider I'd want to live in one of these amazing houses! This is a wonderful family outing location. Especially all lit up for the holidays and with Santa on site too. A donation box is located at the entrance, on the right hand side. It's not obvious, so please look for it and make a small donation to help keep this local public point of interest available for everyone to enjoy! One man's desire to build his cat a victorian home has turned into an impressive display. And yes, there are still cats on the property. Go check it out!

This place is SO CUTE during the holidays!!! Such a unique experience in Shippensburg. A great…read moreplace to take photos and walk around with lots of lights, blow up characters, and more. They also offered free hot chocolate. Parking is free and nearby, just be careful when walking along side and crossing the road. Well worth the visit during the holiday season, especially with the kids!

We drove all over the area and despite using my Garmin & Google Maps, could not find Gravity Hill…read more On the positive side, we still enjoyed our afternoon in the area. In town, Main St has beautiful old Victorian homes and a couple of spectacular old churches. We also drove the country roads looking at the farms.

#2spooky4me This…read morewhole area gives me the creeps. What's the deal with the small cemetery nearby? It's there one second and gone the next. And is nobody going to talk about the bird sized moths? What's going on in Burkittsville Maryland you guys.

We could have done without. There's no sign and you can not see it from the road but once you pass…read morethe zoo, it'll be on your right hand side. A white fence is road side.

This was a fun stop on our 19 hour road trip! It is only about 5 minutes off the highway so it was…read moreeasy to find and hop back right on the road after. Was also nice to get out, stretch our legs and let the dog do his thang. Makes for some good photo ops, and you could probably fool some people! Haha There looked like some hiking told nearby too if you have time to kill. I'd take friends here if I go that way again on a road trip!

I'm surprised to see this on Yelp! This site is near my house. Tales of terror haunt this…read morerailroad bridge. You can google the story and history of this spot, be aware, if you mess around near the bridge, the police will come and reprimand you. On Halloween night, the police post a squad car at Bunnyman bridge.

Smiling that some Kevin/Karen neighbor is complaining, and of course they have to waste the time of…read moreNorfolk Southern Police. It's a public area, and as much money as you might have, maybe if you had done your research you would have known. There's countless public records on the ridiculously silly Bunnyman Lore stories and the like. Doubtful it's true, as without evidence, the bunnyman and other legends don't exist. If young people mostly want to check this out, at least they're doing something relatively safe, compared to partying with booze or fentanyl. There's not really much to see here. To drive back here takes considerable effort for nada. A bridge. Big deal. Feel free to waste time with it, and if the Bunnyman stuff intrigues you, by all means have fun. On a plus note it is a pretty part of the county. I hope all who visit are respectful, but as it is a public place, people who live in the area should have done their due diligence.

This Autumn, signs began to appear on telephone poles in the Gainesville/Haymarket area - warning…read moreof the Un-lucky Inn. Being a Halloween fan - I was intrigued, I visited their web site. So it looks and sounds cool based on the story on their web site. But would it actually deliver the scary goods? I went last Friday night on my way home from Shenandoah National Park. I arrived about 6:40 pm and bought my ticket - $10.00. The first hour The Un-lucky Inn conducts a non-scary version for little kids to go through. While you are waiting, a couple of vendors are selling food - one has hot chocolate and coffee for sale, the other is Red Hot and Blue - selling pulled pork and chicken sandwiches - just in time for you to eat them, then enter the Un-lucky Inn - and lose your lunch! :-) At 7:30 pm, they begin the real horror. Groups are sent though with a couple of guides, no more than eight people per group. You cross the yard and enter the Un-lucky Inn. I am not going to give away the scary details as I want others to be properly frightened and terrified. Suffice to say, this is to date the best and scariest haunted house I have experienced as an adult. Go, go to The Un-lucky Inn. You may check in, but you will never check out! Bwahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!

The Un-Lucky Inn is not a pofessional haunted house, its ran by volunteers of Reminton Fire house…read more People from surronding counties came to volunteer to help with the haunt. I should know, I was one of the main actors.. or actress you should say. Its a timing and tiring process but we did it, cause we enjoy scaring people. :) The Un-Lucky Inn is filled with any possible scary effects that would make a grown man cry, or #2 himself. Gladly tho, there are porta pottys near, so if you gotta go befor and after, its there for you. That is not a lie, I had to clean up my station plenty of times. Yes, there may be a line to wait in, but doesnt all haunted houses? At least there is a barrel of fire to keep you warm before your haunt, and great food and drinks for sale. Have kids too scared to go thru the regular haunt, there is a scare free tour for the little ones or the faint at heart ones.. Its a great haunted house to go to. No only will we give you the heeby jeebies, but the real owner of this house. Mr. Lucky himself. He still resides in this house, i swear. I work in the house, yet, I even get scared just going back and forth in the house. I hope you will check out the house someday. ITs a fright you will never forget. Rescue teams available if needed. NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL PERMITTED ON GROUNDS. if you come in drunk or high, we will notify police.

Nice views peaceful atmosphere. Nature at is finest. Watch your step. Western Md. a true treasureread more

Saturday May 19th, my hubby and I enjoyed hiking out to this lovely waterfall. This waterfall is…read morethe third in the series at Swallow Falls State Park on the Youghiogheny River. It is more like a rapid not a real fall but it is still flowing very rapidly and is lovely to look at. On the loop walk this is the 3rd of the falls and the slightly walk in the groves of the virgin hemlock trees. There is a split in the trail, you can continue out the canopied tree walk through the forest or you can descend the stairs to the lower fall trail. You can also walk out to the top of these falls so be careful!!! THERE ARE NOT RAILINGS UP THERE ON THE TOP OF THE FALLS, YOU CAN HAVE A SEVERE ACCIDENT EASILY, ROCKS VERY SLIPPERY HERE!!! You will be on some really big rocks that can be wet and you definitely don't want to fall in here. There is a huge rock tower with 2 trees growing on top it. Very unique and great PHOTO OP!! Once you go back up to the upper trail thru the canopy Hemlock trees to go out to Tolliver Falls you have to climb 108 stairs! These lovely groves of Virgin Hemlocks are lovely and remind me of pine trees but super tall. The groves of Hemlocks are very tall and lovely! I have to admit, I used my off here because of the dense forest and wet like conditions with all the ferns and trees so thick that its like a dark canopy in there. I still got bit by a mosquito so be careful with any kids, make sure everyone is covered in OFF or some sort of Deet. WARNING: Rocks very slippery! There is no barriers at the tops of the falls so also take warning and be careful with any pets and kids. Rocks are slippery and you can go over. You are allowed to Wade in the river and the bottom of the falls but the water is strong and swift so be extra careful There is a cost for this park. Maryland state residents $3 per person, out of state residents $5 but the fee also includes Herrington Manor State Park. One fee for both parks!! Since you are having to pay to enjoy God's backyard here, Be sure to see all four waterfalls in this lovely park!!!

Took a ride out to this historical mill today, it was built in 1782-1785 and is still in operation…read more What a great history lesson, and the view is amazing! The mill has people dressed in period clothes, and they can tell you how it actually works. Really enjoyed this unique day trip into history.

I arrived as they were opening after a rainy night. The…read moresetting was actually pretty beautiful. The water flowing through/under the mill house and the small falls off to the side were very picturesque this day. The bridges and creek way with the willow tree was a great scene. I enjoyed walking around outside. They have about 10 picnic tables available as well. I did not like going inside the mill. I felt uncomfortable. I did smile and say hello to the gentlemen inside. They had just opened up but they really didn't acknowledge me. I guess they were getting their gear ready for a day of grinding. So yes, the mill is still somewhat in use today and is producing and selling. The history online is at burwellmorganmill.org . A great read of history there. It looks like they have events here too but I didn't really see much info about anything while I was there except a plaque on the wall. After I left I went online to read about it. Because of that website, I owe 5 stars here and the scenery was very pleasant, but the building inside was a turnoff and the smell by the restrooms/parking lot turned me off. I also wish there was more reading of the History available on site. It does deserve a visit. Come check this out.