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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1T41_log-roll-trail-historical_Flintstone-MD.html
Log Roll Overlook offers the hiker an enjoyable westward view of the Town Creek watershed and a view of three states. The overlook was named for logs that were rolled down the steep mountain slope in the late 1800s, to a sawmill on Town Creek. Sec…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1T40_twin-oaks-trail-historical_Flintstone-MD.html
This trail allows the hiker to experience Green Ridge State Forest in miniature. The trail follows ridges and valleys along mountain streams and crosses open fields. One section of the trail opens up into an expansive view of Town Hill and the 15-…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1T3Z_long-pond-trail-historical_Flintstone-MD.html
Long Pond Trail follows the 15-Mile Creek stream valley. This trail winds over ridges and valleys with several steep ascents and descents. These features make it one of the most challenging trails at Green Ridge State Forest.
The trail is named f…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1T3Y_john-mash-jr-historical_Flintstone-MD.html
Recognizing his contributions
to forest conservation and
historic preservation at
Green Ridge State Forest
25 years of state service 1971-1996
Forest Manager 1975-1988
Author of The Land of the Living
Championed the development of the
sh…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1T3T_the-naming-of-the-lake-historical_Cumberland-MD.html
In 1970, this dam was constructed by the Army Corps of Engineers to impound Rocky Gap Run and create Lake Habeeb. The 243-acre lake is named in honor of Edward Habeeb who inspired the establishment of Rocky Gap State Park.
This lake is typical …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1T3S_american-indian-rockshelter-trail-historical_Cumberland-MD.html
Eons ago, before there was a lake and dam that filled the valley, an ancient stream flowed through from the north. Now known as Rock Gap Run, it slowly cut through the rising sandstone bedrock that eventually became Evitts Mountain.
The contine…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1T3R_pine-lick-trail-historical_Flintstone-MD.html
Pine Lick Trail is connected to landmarks of national historic significance.
THE MASON-DIXON LINE marks the border between Maryland and Pennsylvania, as well as the northern edge of Green Ridge State Forest. Completed in the 1760s, this 230-mile …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1SZ1_evarts-homesite-historical_Cumberland-MD.html
This site is believed to be the homesite and final resting place of Mr. Evart (Evitt) who, reportedly, was the first white settler in Allegany County.
He came here in the early 1700's to escape civilization and live as a hermit.
The remains …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1LCI_georges-creek-valley_Frostburg-MD.html
During colonial exploration and settlement the valley provided a route to the western frontier. In 1753, preceding the French and Indian War, George Washington traveled this route to deliver Gov. Dinwiddie's order that the French abandon their cla…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1JJS_christs-st-pauls-lutheran-church_Cumberland-MD.html
A building on this site
Christ's (St. Paul's) Lutheran Church
May 11, 1794
"Mother of Lutheranism" in Allegany Co.