Hancock, Maryland travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Hancock is a town in Maryland.

2 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Hancock

Western Maryland Rail Trail

A 22.5-mile-long (36-km) shared-use asphalt-paved trail. It starts in Fort Frederick and continues to Pearre Station.

Little Tonoloway Day Use Recreation Area

Pleasant area for walking, bicycling, and picnicking along the river.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 30°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby Washington, D.C.)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
HGR Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field, Hagerstown — 24 mi away. Directions
AOO Altoona Blair County Airport, Altoona — 42 mi away. Directions
IAD Washington Dulles International Airport, Dulles — 65 mi away (major hub). Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Western Maryland Rail Trail
Lunch Fractured Banana
Afternoon Little Tonoloway Day Use Recreation Area

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder