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Linganore Maryland Map

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CityLinganore
StateMaryland (MD)
CountyFrederick County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude39.413664
Longitude-77.301232
Population12,351
Density576.1 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Codes21771, 21774
Area Code410, 443
County SeatFrederick
School DistrictFrederick County Public Schools

About Linganore, Maryland

Linganore is a locality in Frederick County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 12,351. The population density is 576.1 people per km². Linganore is located at 39.4137°N, 77.3012°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 21771, 21774.

Linganore reveals its character through the steady, winding path of the South Fork Linganore Creek as it carves through the quiet terrain. It lies 10.2 miles north-northeast of Green Valley, MD (from Green Valley, MD: bearing 28°T), and is situated 5.3 miles north-northwest of Mount Airy. This landscape is defined by its inland distance from any coastline, favoring instead the deep, terrestrial stillness of the Maryland Piedmont. To the west, the distant Blue Ridge Mountains form a jagged, hazy silhouette against the evening sky, grounding the horizon in ancient stone. The earth here is composed of heavy, fertile soil that supports expansive woodland and agricultural fields, creating a patchwork of greens and deep browns. Residents often watch the light change across these slopes, noting how the shadows lengthen long before the sun finally dips below the ridges.

Linganore carries the weight of a long agricultural history, where the rhythms of the seasons once dictated the pulse of the regional economy. Early settlers recognized the utility of the land, establishing farms that transitioned over generations into the diverse mix of small-scale industry and residential life seen today. While the local economy has shifted away from purely agrarian roots, the legacy of the soil remains evident in the careful stewardship of the surrounding acreage. Commerce here is quiet and deliberate, anchored by those who value the independence of a life spent away from the density of larger urban centers. The transition from field to enterprise reflects a steady evolution, one that maintains a focus on productivity without sacrificing the open character of the local geography.

Cultural life in Linganore finds its expression in the simple, shared spaces that bring people together throughout the calendar year. A short drive away, Libertytown Community Park serves as a central point for outdoor recreation, offering a place for neighbors to gather amidst the local flora. Those seeking the quietude of water often look toward Piney Run Lake, a destination that provides a sense of stillness mirroring the calm of the nearby Priestland Valley. Although the area remains largely defined by its rural pace, it has occasionally served as a backdrop for notable figures, including the architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe, who lived in the broader region and left a lasting imprint on the aesthetic sensibilities of the surrounding landscape. Community events are marked by a lack of pretense, favoring traditions that celebrate the changing of the seasons and the enduring quality of a quiet life.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 157° SE
  • New Market Nature Park (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 144° SE
  • MD State Highway Administration 1 (State Resource Management Area) — 2.9 mi, 137° SE
  • Jug Bridge East Abutment (Historic Ruins) — 3.6 mi, 253° W
  • Jug Bridge West Abutment (Historic Ruins) — 3.6 mi, 254° W
  • State of Maryland 2 (State Resource Management Area) — 3.9 mi, 256° W
  • The Great Frederick Fair (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 269° W
  • Claire McCardell (Public Artwork) — 5.5 mi, 269° W
  • The Claire McCardell Project (Monument) — 5.5 mi, 269° W
  • Laboring Sons Memorial (Monument) — 5.7 mi, 275° W
  • 14th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Monument (Monument) — 5.7 mi, 239° SW
  • Frederick Book Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 5.7 mi, 268° W
  • Walkersville Southern Railroad (Attraction) — 5.7 mi, 330° NW
  • Children's Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park (Museum) — 5.8 mi, 288° W
  • Mount Airy Museum (Museum) — 8.3 mi, 108° E
  • Warehouse Cinemas (Cinema) — 8.3 mi, 274° W
  • White Rocks (Viewpoint) — 10.4 mi, 210° SW
  • Amphitheater (Theatre) — 10.9 mi, 176° S
  • Lost City Art (Gallery) — 12.8 mi, 176° S
  • Hallowood Worship Center (Theatre) — 12.8 mi, 207° SW
  • Pumpkin Cannon (Attraction) — 12.9 mi, 341° N
  • South Mountain State Park (State Park) — 16.0 mi, 289° W
  • South Mountain Sp (State Park) — 16.0 mi, 289° W
  • We Art Fun (Arts Centre) — 16.1 mi, 173° S
  • Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 17.1 mi, 283° W · 110k acres
  • George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 31.0 mi, 172° S · 2,795 acres

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About This Linganore Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Linganore, Maryland. Coordinates: 39.413664, -77.301232. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Linganore includes the ZIP code (21771, 21774), telephone area code (410, 443), county seat of Frederick County (Frederick), and school district assignment (Frederick County Public Schools).

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.