Knoxville, Maryland is a small and beautifully situated community in Frederick County offering extraordinary natural surroundings, rich Civil War heritage, and some of the most rewarding outdoor recreation in all of the mid-Atlantic region.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park just across the Potomac is an absolute must-visit — a breathtaking confluence of Civil War history, abolitionist heritage, and stunning river scenery with beautifully restored 19th-century buildings and outstanding hiking trails. The C&O Canal National Historical Park towpath delivers a beautifully scenic and accessible corridor for walking and cycling alongside the Potomac River through fascinating American transportation history. The Appalachian Trail passes directly through the area, offering some of the most spectacular hiking in all of the eastern United States.
With its extraordinary natural surroundings, rich Civil War heritage, and world-class outdoor recreation, Knoxville is a genuinely remarkable destination hiding in plain sight along the Maryland-West Virginia border.