04/08/2026
Updating and recycling this 48 Hours in Frederick, Maryland feature from last year because it’s a great time to go! Only a 1-hour drive from DC, this is the perfect day trip or weekend getaway.
Comment “48” for a direct link to my Substack article on this, which includes the full guide with more information.
Day 1 (Saturday):
Pastries at
Explore downtown
Lunch at
Explore the Carroll Creek district on your way to some breweries, including and
Check in to the incredible and finish the day with a dinner at the gorgeous
Day 2 (Sunday):
Coffee at
Hike around Catoctin Mountain Park (only a 20 min drive from downtown)
Grab lunch at (this was a top 3 pizza of my life 🤯)
Explore Baker Park
Grab a burger from and a beer from before heading back to DC 👋
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