In the east, they are dominated by a high, steep escarpment known as the Allegheny Front.

The crest of the Allegheny Front is an exception, where high bluffs are often exposed.

Natural gas is found east of the Allegheny Front as well as iron ore deposits.

It was built in the late 1990s and offers several vistas looking out from atop the Allegheny Front.

Glendale Lake is a major boating destination along the Allegheny Front.

The name "Allegheny Front" is applied to the escarpment throughout much of its extent, although it is little used in Maryland.

Few roads or railroads cross the Allegheny Front, limiting transportation and communication between the regions to its east and west.

The few readily accessible scenic viewpoints atop the Allegheny Front are popular tourist destinations.

In the east, they are dominated by a high, steep escarpment known as the Allegheny Front.

The crest of the Allegheny Front is an exception, where high bluffs are often exposed.

Natural gas is found east of the Allegheny Front as well as iron ore deposits.

It was built in the late 1990s and offers several vistas looking out from atop the Allegheny Front.

Glendale Lake is a major boating destination along the Allegheny Front.

The name "Allegheny Front" is applied to the escarpment throughout much of its extent, although it is little used in Maryland.

Few roads or railroads cross the Allegheny Front, limiting transportation and communication between the regions to its east and west.

The few readily accessible scenic viewpoints atop the Allegheny Front are popular tourist destinations.