Maryland is ripe with adventures and they’re especially sweet when they’re free. Previously, we wrote about 15 awesome things you can do in Maryland without opening your wallet and today, we’re bringing you even more!
- Explore the swinging bridge at Patapsco Valley State Park.
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program Spanning from Howard to Baltimore County, this picturesque park has an endless amount of things to explore. However, it’s the bridge that fascinates most visitors.
Check out our previous article here for more information.
- Watch the bald eagles at Conowingo Dam.
Flickr / Mr.TinDC You’ll often see photographers lined up, waiting to capture magnificent shots of bald eagles feeding at this dam in Darlington. Spend a few hours watching the eagles go fishing and bring your camera!
Check out our previous article all about this phenomenon here.
- Visit the George Peabody Library.
Flickr / Patrick Gillespie Maryland’s most magnificent library is located in Baltimore and it’s a must-visit spot at least once in your lifetime. Although it’s free, it offers the richest of views.
Click here to read more about this gorgeous place.
- Visit the land of Oz at Watkins Regional Park.
TripAdvisor / SweetMomof2 You don’t have to be a kid to fall in love with this whimsical playground in Upper Marlboro. Based on The Wizard of Oz, this fun spot includes ruby red slipper slides, Emerald City, and more!
To see even more pictures of this magical playground, click here.
- Hike along the Great Allegany Passage.
Flickr / Marc Bochy The Great Allegany Passage spans from the end of the C&O Canal towpath in Cumberland all the way to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! The Maryland portion offers views along the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad where vintage steam engines chug on by. It’s beautiful, to say the least.
Read our previous article about this rustic trail here.
- Go on a road trip.
Google Maps Sure, you’ll need money for gas. But there are many road trips where the destinations along the way are all free.
Click here for a list of 9 Maryland road trips worth taking.
- Take in the scenery at Cylburn Arboretum.
Flickr / Rick Abraham1 Free and open year-round, this Baltimore gem is full of history paired with charming garden views. Be sure to check out the Japanese maple, which wows visitors time and time again.
Check out our previous article about this spot here.
- Get creative.
Flickr / David Clow Maryland is abundant with beautiful water views, majestic mountains, and more. Sketch, paint, or color the day away with the state as your muse.
- Go cycling at Rock Creek Park.
Flickr / NatureServe Sprawling from Montgomery County to Washington DC, Rock Creek Park is the perfect place to spend a few hours cycling, walking, or jogging. The many bridges gives this place an enchanting vibe and autumn offers out-of-this-world views.
- Drive to Maryland’s most bizarre roadside attractions.
Google Maps Maryland has its fair share of weird attractions. Click here for a list of 10 of them.
What are some of your favorite free attractions in the Old Line State? If you’re into exploring tiny towns, click here!
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
Spanning from Howard to Baltimore County, this picturesque park has an endless amount of things to explore. However, it’s the bridge that fascinates most visitors.
Check out our previous article here for more information.
Flickr / Mr.TinDC
You’ll often see photographers lined up, waiting to capture magnificent shots of bald eagles feeding at this dam in Darlington. Spend a few hours watching the eagles go fishing and bring your camera!
Check out our previous article all about this phenomenon here.
Flickr / Patrick Gillespie
Maryland’s most magnificent library is located in Baltimore and it’s a must-visit spot at least once in your lifetime. Although it’s free, it offers the richest of views.
Click here to read more about this gorgeous place.
TripAdvisor / SweetMomof2
You don’t have to be a kid to fall in love with this whimsical playground in Upper Marlboro. Based on The Wizard of Oz, this fun spot includes ruby red slipper slides, Emerald City, and more!
To see even more pictures of this magical playground, click here.
Flickr / Marc Bochy
The Great Allegany Passage spans from the end of the C&O Canal towpath in Cumberland all the way to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! The Maryland portion offers views along the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad where vintage steam engines chug on by. It’s beautiful, to say the least.
Read our previous article about this rustic trail here.
Google Maps
Sure, you’ll need money for gas. But there are many road trips where the destinations along the way are all free.
Click here for a list of 9 Maryland road trips worth taking.
Flickr / Rick Abraham1
Free and open year-round, this Baltimore gem is full of history paired with charming garden views. Be sure to check out the Japanese maple, which wows visitors time and time again.
Check out our previous article about this spot here.
Flickr / David Clow
Maryland is abundant with beautiful water views, majestic mountains, and more. Sketch, paint, or color the day away with the state as your muse.
Flickr / NatureServe
Sprawling from Montgomery County to Washington DC, Rock Creek Park is the perfect place to spend a few hours cycling, walking, or jogging. The many bridges gives this place an enchanting vibe and autumn offers out-of-this-world views.
Maryland has its fair share of weird attractions. Click here for a list of 10 of them.
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