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Experience the Great Outdoors
On the Water
Become one with nature by
exploring Frederick County’s
many picturesque waterways.
The Monocacy Aqueduct is
a structural wonder on its
own, but navigating a kayak
under the bridge gives you a
unique perspective of its size
and beauty. Often described
by historians as one of the
finest canal features in the
United States, the Monocacy
Aqueduct is the longest
structure on the Chesapeake
and Ohio Canal and features
seven arches spanning
516 feet.
Paddlers have also been
flocking to the Cunningham
Falls Reservoir since the
1970s. Canoeing is a popular
activity on the reservoir,
thanks to the calm waters
and scenic views.
Fishing enthusiasts will
find themselves right at
home in Frederick County.
Big Hunting Creek near
Thurmont is a small,
freestone stream shaded
by large trees, making it a
perfect destination for fly
fishing. As one of the first
streams in Maryland to be
stocked with trout, the creek
played a pivotal role in the
development of recreational
trout fishing in the state.
Catoctin Creek near
Brunswick is another great
option for baitcasting,
spinning, and fly fishing.
Here, you’ll find trout, bass,
carp, and catfish.
If your hobby involves finding
animals in the sky rather
than below the water, you’ll
love birding along Carroll
Creek and Culler Lake in
Baker Park. The Baker Park
Walking Tour brochure
guides you through the park,
where you can see many
types of birds, including
sparrows, doves, Blackcrowned Night-Heron,
Great Horned Owls, and
Double-crested Cormorants.
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