Rocky Ridge, Maryland facts for kids
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Rocky Ridge, Maryland
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The Monocacy Church of the Brethren in July 1996
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 Rocky Ridge, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Rocky Ridge, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States of America |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Frederick |
| Elevation | 135 m (443 ft) |
| GNIS feature ID | 591170 |
Rocky Ridge is a small, quiet community in Frederick County, Maryland, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county. The name "Rocky Ridge" probably comes from a ridge of ironstone, a type of rock, that runs through the area.
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History of Rocky Ridge
The area around Rocky Ridge was first settled by families in the mid-1700s. Back then, it was known as Ogleton, named after the Ogle family. For most of its history, Rocky Ridge has been a "crossroads village." This means it grew up around where two important roads met. Today, these roads are Maryland Route 76 and Maryland Route 77.
Railroads and Growth
In the late 1800s, railroads became very important for Rocky Ridge. The Western Maryland Railway reached the community in 1870. A few years later, in 1875, the Emmitsburg Railroad connected there too. These railroads helped Rocky Ridge become a busy place for trade and travel. The part of Maryland Route 76 that goes through Rocky Ridge is even called Motters Station Road. It's named after Joshua Motter, who was the president of the Emmitsburg Railroad.
Rocky Ridge had two active churches by the mid-1800s. It also got its own post office in 1870, which made it easier for people to send and receive mail.
Historic Bridges
Two old bridges near Rocky Ridge are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites. The Old Mill Road Bridge was added to the list in 1979. The Loys Station Covered Bridge, which is between Rocky Ridge and Thurmont, was added in 1978.
Fun Things to Do in Rocky Ridge
Rocky Ridge is known for a cool attraction called the "Big Slide." This is a huge wooden slide that is forty feet tall! Volunteers built it in 1950.
The Big Slide is located in Mount Tabor Park. This park was started by the Mount Tabor Church in the early 1900s. The church still manages the park today. People say the park was once used for big religious gatherings.
