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Allegany Maryland Map

Explore Allegany, Maryland, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Allegany, Maryland

How to Use This Allegany, Maryland Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Allegany, Maryland. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Maryland or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Allegany.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Allegany
State	Maryland (MD)
County	Allegany County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.625525
Longitude	-78.6115
Population	71,777
Density	55.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	21555, 21502
Area Code	410, 443
County Seat	Cumberland

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About Allegany, Maryland

Allegany is a locality in Allegany County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 71,777. The population density is 55.0 people per km². Allegany is located at 39.6255°N, 78.6115°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 21555, 21502.

Allegany occupies a rugged expanse defined by the persistent, winding course of Lick Run as it carves through the terrain. It lies 8.3 miles east-southeast of Cumberland, MD (from Cumberland, MD: bearing 103°T), and is situated 10.8 miles east of LaVale. The landscape is defined by the presence of the Warrior Mountain Wildlife Management Area, which envelopes the vicinity and dictates the quiet, deliberate pace of the local environment. To the west, the Appalachian Mountains cast long, deep shadows at dusk, their distant ridges standing as a silent, darkened barrier against the horizon. The earth here is firm and ancient, with the depressions of Burnt House Hollow providing a structural contrast to the higher, wooded elevations that define the character of Allegany.

Allegany emerged from the necessity of harnessing the raw, untamed potential of the interior wilderness, serving as a point of convergence for those who moved through the deep forests. Its early growth was tethered to the natural resources found within the timber and soil, establishing a pattern of settlement that prioritized utility and resilience over ornament. Over time, the influence of the surrounding highlands shaped the identity of Allegany, fostering a tradition of self-reliance that remains visible in the sturdy, unadorned architecture of the older residential blocks. The history of the place is not found in grand monuments, but in the persistent survival of its original layout through periods of shifting industrial demand.

Economic life in Allegany relies upon a blend of regional manufacturing and the maintenance of essential infrastructure that supports the flow of goods across the inland corridor. While the proximity to the expansive Buchanan State Forest provides a focus for timber-related activities and environmental stewardship, the local economy remains grounded in the daily labor of its residents. Education and public services serve as the primary anchors for the population, offering a stable framework that allows the inhabitants to manage their livelihoods despite the distance from major metropolitan centers. Development is measured and slow, reflecting a preference for preserving the integrity of the land over the rapid expansion seen in more densely populated regions.

Cultural life in Allegany finds expression in the quiet observation of the changing seasons and the recreational opportunities afforded by the nearby wilderness. Residents often congregate at Lake Gordon for seasonal outings, finding a sense of collective stillness in the reflection of the sky upon the water. While there are no professional sports franchises or internationally recognized figures associated with the immediate vicinity, the local spirit is characterized by a strong appreciation for the outdoors, often manifested in hikes along the Gum Spring Trail. Festivals here are modest affairs, timed to celebrate the harvest or the arrival of spring, serving as a reminder that the true wealth of Allegany lies in its connection to the immediate, tangible world of the woods and the water.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Warrior Mountain Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.0 mi, 153° SE
Warrior Mountain Wma (State Conservation Area) — 0.0 mi, 153° SE
Green Ridge Sf (State Resource Management Area) — 1.9 mi, 061° NE
Green Ridge State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 1.9 mi, 061° NE
Selinger Marsh Preserve (Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 042° NE
Rocky Gap Sp (State Park) — 5.1 mi, 342° N
Oldtown Community Park (Local Park) — 5.2 mi, 184° S
Allegany College Of Maryland (Local Park) — 6.0 mi, 290° W
Warrior Mountain Overlook (Viewpoint) — 6.5 mi, 095° E
Masonry Overfall (Historic Ruins) — 6.6 mi, 219° SW
Martin Hill Wild Area (State Wilderness) — 6.8 mi, 010° N
Steam Pump (Historic Ruins) — 7.2 mi, 239° SW
Greenway Avenue Stadium (Stadium) — 7.4 mi, 279° W
B'er Chayim Congregation (Monument) — 8.1 mi, 282° W
Allegany Arts Council (Gallery) — 8.2 mi, 283° W
The Three Stars Arts (Gallery) — 8.2 mi, 283° W
Embassy Theatre (Theatre) — 8.2 mi, 283° W
Thomas Cresap (Monument) — 8.3 mi, 282° W
National Road Monument (Monument) — 8.3 mi, 282° W
Wills Mountain State Park (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 296° NW
The Rock - Allegany County Speedway (Stadium) — 10.0 mi, 263° W
Almost Heaven Sign (Attraction) — 17.8 mi, 127° SE
Almost Heaven Swing (Attraction) — 17.8 mi, 127° SE
Museum of Berkeley Springs (Museum) — 20.4 mi, 090° E
Morgan Arts Council (Public Artwork) — 20.5 mi, 089° E
The New Earth Granary (Theatre) — 20.5 mi, 089° E
Heath Studio Gallery (Gallery) — 20.6 mi, 089° E
Davis History House (Museum) — 21.1 mi, 202° S
George Washington National Forest (National Forest) — 34.0 mi, 173° S · 1.1M acres
Shenandoah National Park (National Park) — 54.1 mi, 156° SE · 197k acres

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