Maryland is a beautiful state with coastal access plus shared borders with other states. One of those shared borders is the Mountain State, good old West Virginia. In fact, there is a small town that sits on the border between Maryland and West Virginia known as Hancock, which is a lovely place to spend a day exploring. Separated by the Potomac River, take a look at why Hancock, Maryland, is one of the most unique towns you’ll visit.

Hancock, Maryland, is a small town with a population of fewer than 1,600 people, straddling the border of Maryland and West Virginia.
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Just a stone’s throw across from the Potomac River, Hancock is a charming spot also mere miles from the Pennsylvania border.
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What makes this town so unique is not just the proximity to two other states but also a special history dating back to the early 1700s.
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The name of the town comes from Edward Joseph Hancock, Jr, a man who fought in the American Revolutionary War alongside George Washington.
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Even during the Civil War, General Stonewall Jackson began to seize the town, but due to severe weather conditions, did not succeed.
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Fast forward to today, spending the day in this riverfront town is a charming adventure. Visitors can stroll the Potomac, dine at mom-and-pop shops, or enjoy the beautiful main street area.
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Hancock is described as a hub for travelers thanks to the proximity to both West Virginia and Pennsylvania, but it also offers a slower-paced small-town adventure for anyone looking to spend the day somewhere new.
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Have you ever been to Hancock before? What did you find fascinating about this unique Maryland town? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments section!

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