Grahamtown
in Allegany County of Maryland, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
39.646 and -78.922 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 39° 38' 46" and W -78° 55' 19"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 04:14 PM (Saturday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:46 am and 6:11 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.226 and 115.057 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hamelin Bay
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Delve into Grahamtown

Grahamtown in Allegany County (Maryland) with it's 364 habitants is a town located in United States about 113 mi (or 183 km) north-west of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Time in Grahamtown is now 04:14 PM (Saturday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -4 hours. We know of 13 airports closer to Grahamtown, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport in a distance of 47 mi (or 75 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There is one Unesco world heritage site nearby. It's Monticello and the University of Virginia in Charlottesville in a distance of 135 mi (or 218 km), South-East. Also, if you like the game of golf, there are some options within driving distance. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Cumberland, Keyser, Romney, Somerset and Oakland. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 11°C / 52 °F

Morning Temperature 2°C / 36 °F
Evening Temperature 9°C / 47 °F
Night Temperature 4°C / 38 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 48%
Air Pressure 1029 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 5 km/h (3 mph) from South-East
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 69% of sky
General Conditions Broken clouds

Saturday, 2nd of November 2024

10°C (49 °F)
4°C (39 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Sunday, 3rd of November 2024

10°C (50 °F)
7°C (44 °F)
Overcast clouds, light breeze.

Monday, 4th of November 2024

17°C (62 °F)
12°C (54 °F)
Broken clouds, light breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Allegheny Trail House

Address
0,6 mi
156 E Main St
21532 Frostburg
United States

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Weekend: closed


Hampton Inn Frostburg

Address
0,7 mi
11200 New George*s Creek Road
21532 Frostburg
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


BW BRADDOCK MOTOR INN

Address
4,2 mi
1268 NATIONAL HWY
21502 La Vale
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Gunter Hotel

Address
0,9 mi
11 West Main St.
21532 Frostburg
United States

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Weekend: closed


Rodeway Inn Lavale

Address
4,7 mi
Winchester Rd SW 12310
21502 LaVale
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


DAYS INN & SUITES FROSTBURG

Address
0,7 mi
11100 NEW GEORGES CREEK ROAD
21532 Frostburg
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SUPER 8 LA VALE-CUMBERLAND ARE

Address
4,1 mi
1301 NATIONAL HWY
21502 Cumberland
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Justin Shields - Frostburg State University's Mr. ASA 2012

Published: December 25, 2012
Length: 50:43 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: cjordanatet

Justin Shields Frostburg State University's wins Mr. ASA 2012!


Frostburg game tying field goal vs. Alfred University

Published: October 23, 2011
Length: 28:25 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Chris McClanahan

After Alfred made it 40-37 with thirty seconds to go in the fourth quarter, Frostburg drove 45 yards (after starting at its own 30) to the Alfred 25. After a timeout by Frostburg with six seconds...


WMSR 734 on the Frostburg Turntable

Published: June 13, 2011
Length: 14:07 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Liberty Railfanner "old account"

Western Maryland 734 Turning around on the Frostburg Turntable, for the trip back to Cumberland...


A Mix of Breeds Have Fun Playing Together At The Frostburg Dog Park

Published: February 19, 2015
Length: 00:18 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: YourPetsView

Caleb, the Yellow Labrador, and Fern, the Irish Water Spaniel stay busy retrieving their toy while Schatzi, the American Eskimo and Jerome, the Yorkshire Terrier, join in the fun at the Frostburg...


Focus Frostburg- Recycling on Campus

Published: April 21, 2013
Length: 01:33 min
Rating: 1 of 5
Author: Franklin Muse

We need to do a presentation at this years Focus Frostburg. Me and my team decided to do a video instead of a poster. We wanted to get a look at what the students on campus thought about the...


Western Maryland Scenic Railroad at Frostburg MD

Published: May 13, 2011
Length: 12:49 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Charlie Roop

Arrival of the STEAM engine passenger train in Frostburg, MD.


Salisbury University's game winner against Frostburg State.

Published: February 09, 2013
Length: 00:56 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Chris McClanahan

Down 70-69 to their arch rivals, Salisbury goes the length of the court in six seconds. All within 1-1.5 seconds, Travon Vann puts a shot up, misses, gets his own rebound and then puts in the...


Fun in the Snow at the Frostburg Dog Park

Published: February 18, 2015
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: YourPetsView

Schatzi, an American Eskimo dog, loves to run in the snow at the Frostburg Dog Park. You can read more about her on her blog Your Pets View.


Zac Cheek at Frostburg Skate University.mp4

Published: April 18, 2010
Length: 53:04 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: ChristianChris2010

Zac Cheek attempting a Soul Grind on a sick rail at FSU. After exactly 60 tries, he finally nails it. Filmed, edited, and produced by Chris Loar of the Skate for Christ crew. Filmed on location...


Jerome, Caleb and Schatzi Enjoy A Winter Day At the Frostburg Dog Park

Published: February 19, 2015
Length: 01:15 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: YourPetsView

Jerome, the Yorkshire Terrier, holds his own playing with Schatzi, the American Eskimo, and Caleb, the Labrador Retriever rescued from the Allegany County Animal Shelter on a snowy day in February ...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

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Frostburg, Maryland

For the NSA computer, see FROSTBURG. Frostburg is a city in Allegany County, Maryland, United States and is located at the head of the Georges Creek Valley. It is part of the Cumberland, MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 9,002 at the 2010 census. Located 8 miles west of Cumberland, the town is one of the first cities on the "National Road", US 40, and the western terminus of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. Since 1991, the city has been served by Interstate 68.

Located at 39.6547, -78.9278 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Frostburg, Maryland, Populated places in Allegany County, Maryland, Cities in Maryland, Georges Creek Valley, National Road, University towns in the United States, Populated places in the Cumberland, MD-WV MSA, Cumberland, MD-WV MSA

Georges Creek

Georges Creek is a 17.6-mile-long tributary stream of the North Branch Potomac River in western Maryland. The creek has its headwaters near Frostburg and empties into the North Branch Potomac River at Westernport, all in western Allegany County. Along the Georges Creek Valley, there exists a series of small towns founded in the nineteenth century for miners' homes. The Georges Creek Valley is rich in wide veins of coal, once extracted by deep mines but still mined today through surface mining.

Located at 39.6308, -78.9369 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Allegany County, Maryland, Chesapeake Bay Watershed, Rivers of Maryland, Tributaries of the Potomac River

God's Ark of Safety

God's Ark of Safety is a non-denominational Christian ministry in Frostburg, Maryland, led by Pastor Richard Greene. On Easter, 1976, Greene began building a replica of Noah's Ark atop a prominent hillside along Interstate 68 featuring a sign that announces to passing travelers: "Noah's Ark Being Rebuilt Here!" Ground was broken for the ark in September 1976 with over 3,000 tons of concrete.

Located at 39.634, -78.9296 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Frostburg, Maryland, Noah's Ark, Religion in Cumberland, MD-WV-PA, Landmarks in Maryland, Churches in Allegany County, Maryland

St. Michael School (Frostburg, Maryland)

St. Michael School is a Catholic elementary school (prekindergarten through fifth grade) located in Frostburg, Maryland. It is run by neighboring St. Michael Church, located on Main Street in Frostburg. The school's current principal is Kathy Black. The school has an after school program where students stay until parents are able to pick them up.

Located at 39.6567, -78.9272 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Frostburg, Maryland, Roman Catholic elementary schools in the United States, Private elementary schools in Maryland, Schools in Allegany County, Maryland

Mountain Ridge High School (Frostburg, Maryland)

Mountain Ridge High School is a high school in Frostburg, Maryland, that houses over 1000 students from the Georges Creek Valley, the Greater Frostburg vicinity, and the Westernport region. The school mascot is a miner and the school colors are red, black, white and gold.

Located at 39.6492, -78.9139 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Frostburg, Maryland, Public high schools in Maryland, Schools in Allegany County, Maryland, 2007 establishments in Maryland

Frostburg State University

Frostburg State University (FSU) is a four-year university located on a 260-acre campus in Frostburg, Maryland, in Western Maryland, and is part of the University System of Maryland. FSU is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Located at 39.6504, -78.9325 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Frostburg State University, Universities and colleges in Allegany County, Maryland, American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Businesses located in Cumberland, MD-WV-PA, Universities and colleges of Cumberland, MD-WV-PA, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 1898 establishments in Maryland

Hoffman tunnel

The Hoffman tunnel, or Hoffman drainage tunnel, was constructed to drain water from coal mines northwest of Clarysville in Allegany County, Maryland. The two mile long tunnel drains into the Braddock Run tributary of Georges Creek.

Located at 39.6382, -78.8924 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Allegany County, Maryland, Tunnels in Maryland, Tunnels completed in 1906

Grahamtown, Maryland

Grahamtown is a small ghost town in Allegany County, Maryland, located at the southeast edge of Frostburg, Maryland. The town takes its name from Curtin Graham, who owned a farmhouse at this site, surrounded by several small service buildings in the 1880s. A fire gutted the farmhouse in 1995, leaving only an uninhabited shell. Grahamtown is also known as Wright's Crossing, marking the point where Maryland Route 36 crosses Welsh Hill.

Located at 39.6461, -78.9219 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Ghost towns in Maryland, Unincorporated communities in Maryland

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