Just minutes from Locust Post Brewery, Green Ridge State Forest is one of the largest public forest areas in Maryland and a favorite destination for outdoor recreation. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, scenic overlooks, fishing, hunting, camping, wildlife viewing, and quiet backroad drives through the mountains.

After a day in the forest, Locust Post Brewery is the perfect place to unwind with a cold beer, a casual meal, and mountain views.

Photo Credit: Janelle Mueltz

The historic Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Towpath is one of the most popular outdoor attractions in the region. Stretching 184.5 miles from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, Maryland, the C&O Canal is ideal for biking, walking, running, history trips, and scenic river views.

Little Orleans is a well-known stop for towpath travelers, cyclists, and outdoor adventurers looking for a relaxing break. If you are riding or exploring the canal, make Locust Post Brewery part of your route.

One of the most unique landmarks near Little Orleans is the Paw Paw Tunnel, a historic canal tunnel along the C&O Canal. Built with millions of bricks and completed in the 1800s, the tunnel is a popular destination for hikers, cyclists, photographers, and history lovers.

It is a great day-trip stop before heading to Locust Post Brewery for food, craft beer, and a laid-back evening.

Photo Credit: Steve Dean

The nearby Potomac River offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, tubing, and peaceful time by the water. Whether you are looking for a relaxing float, a quiet fishing spot, or a scenic drive along the river, the area around Little Orleans offers plenty of natural beauty.

Locust Post Brewery is a great place to end the day after time on the water.

For cyclists and walkers, the Western Maryland Rail Trail offers a paved, scenic route through beautiful countryside and along sections near the Potomac River and C&O Canal. It is a great option for families, casual riders, and visitors looking for an easier trail experience.

Pair your ride with a visit to Locust Post Brewery for a refreshing post-trail drink and meal.

Locust Post Brewery is located in an area known for camping, outdoor adventure, and peaceful mountain getaways. Visitors can enjoy nearby camping options, forest camping, canal camping, and outdoor stays throughout the Little Orleans and Green Ridge area.

Spend the day exploring, then settle in with craft beer, food, and a relaxing atmosphere at the brewery.

Looking for something fun to do without leaving the property? Locust Post Brewery offers disc golf, making it a great destination for groups, families, and friends looking to enjoy the outdoors before heading into the taproom.

Play a round, grab a beer, and enjoy the mountain setting.

Locust Post Brewery regularly offers live music, events, and community-focused gatherings. Whether you are visiting for a weekend getaway, meeting friends, or looking for something fun to do near Cumberland, Hancock, or Little Orleans, the taproom is a relaxed place to enjoy local flavor and good company.

Check our events calendar before your visit to see what is happening next.

A short drive from Locust Post Brewery, Cumberland, Maryland offers historic charm, local restaurants, shops, galleries, and access to both the C&O Canal and the Great Allegheny Passage. It is a great addition to a Western Maryland day trip or weekend getaway.

Visit Cumberland during the day, then escape to the mountains for craft beer and views at Locust Post Brewery.

The trail starts here! The Great Allegheny Passage is a spectacular 150-mile, non-motorized, scenic rail trail stretching from mile zero in Cumberland, MD, to Pittsburgh PA, and is touted as one of USA Today’s 10Best Trails in North America. Find world-class accommodations along its many trail towns as you soar over valleys, snake around mountains, and skirt along the nearly-level, crushed-limestone path. Connect with the C&O Canal Towpath in Cumberland, MD, to plan your extended ride to Washington, DC. 

Allegany County Trailheads And Parking

Frostburg Riley Trailhead -  10105 New Hope Road NW, Frostburg, MD (Mile Marker 15.5)
Woodcock Hollow Parking - Woodcock Hollow Road, Mt. Savage, MD (Mile Marker 9.6)
Cash Valley Road Parking - 11250 Cash Valley Road, NW, Lavale, MD (Mile Marker 5.2)
Canal Place Cumberland - 13 Canal Street, Cumberland, MD (Mile Marker 0.0)

Here in Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, there are many points that make you feel like you are on top of the world, literally. Our scenic overlooks provide stunning vistas of rolling mountains and views of up to four different states from one spot. This fall, schedule a getaway to see incredible foliage with our scenic overlook driving tour.