We Marylanders know how special our state is but when it comes to the big picture, it tends to get lost in the crowd. When people think of the U.S., states like Texas and Florida tend to stand out. Today, we’re letting people know just how underrated Maryland is.
- Our seafood is clearly the best.
Flickr / pulaw Sure, the south has crawfish, but those wimpy creatures pale in comparison to Maryland Blue Crabs.
- Bigger doesn’t always mean better.
Flickr / Matthew Beziat The state may be small but it has a variety of terrain. There’s so much to do and see in Maryland, it’s often called America in Miniature.
- Our Hospitals are among the best in the nation.
Facebook / Johns Hopkins Medicine People travel far and wide to get treated at Johns Hopkins facilities. We’re lucky to have them so close.
- Our western region is undeniably breathtaking.
Flickr / Javcon117* Many out-of-staters have no idea just how beautiful our rolling mountains in the western region really are.
- We’re full of talent.
Flickr / Hilts uk So many famous athletes and celebrities are from Maryland. Michael Phelps, Katie Ledecky, Edward Norton, and William H. Macy to name a few…
- Our festivals are unique and plentiful.
Flickr / Doug Miller There’s never a dull weekend in Maryland. From food festivals to one-of-a-kind events, there’s always something to do.
- We’re within driving distance to many major cities.
Flickr / PeterPanFan Being in close proximity to many major cities makes day trips a breeze. It’s easy to get to New York City, Atlantic City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, DC and more.
- We’re educated.
Flickr / vishpool Maryland is consistently ranked among the top 10 most educated states.
- We have one of the best beaches in the country.
Flickr / Bernt Rostad Ocean City recently ranked as one of the top traveler’s choice beaches in the U.S.
- Our small towns are among the coolest.
Jamie Alvarenga / Only In Your State Sykesville was named America’s Coolest Small Town by Budget Travel in 2016. Two years prior, the title went to Berlin.
- History thrives here.
Flickr / Jerry and Pat Donaho Battlefields, forts, monuments, and more historic spots can be visited all over the state.
- There’s no shortage of natural wonders.
Flickr / Jay For a smaller state, Maryland sure does pack a lot of natural wonders. Be sure to check out our waterfalls and take a day trip to hunt fossils at Calvert Cliffs (pictured).
- Fishing spots are plentiful.
Flickr / Mike Procario Fishing is abundant because we have so many bodies of water. From our man-made lakes to the Chesapeake Bay to the ocean, you can catch a variety of fish at every turn.
- We have an impressive amount of state parks.
Flickr / Doug Kerr Dozens of scenic parks cover the state. Hike to your heart’s content.
- Prefer islands? We’ve got those too.
Wikimedia Commons / U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Digital Visual Library Whether it’s a barrier island full of horses or one of the bay islands, a day surrounded by water views is doable in Maryland.
- We still retain agricultural roots.
Flickr / Mariano Mantel Local farms are still an important part of Maryland culture. Be sure to shop at farmers markets to show support and experience some of the freshest food around.
- We have some of the most top ranked restaurants in the world.
Flickr / jennifer yin Baltimore’s Woodberry Kitchen was just named one of the best restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveler. This is only one of hundreds of state restaurants worth visiting.
- Our sports teams aren’t too shabby.
Flickr / Mike 2013 Super Bowl champions. No big deal. 😉
The list could go on forever. What are other reasons Maryland is underrated? Feel free to share below and be sure to also check out 13 life lessons everyone learns in Maryland.
Flickr / pulaw
Sure, the south has crawfish, but those wimpy creatures pale in comparison to Maryland Blue Crabs.
Flickr / Matthew Beziat
The state may be small but it has a variety of terrain. There’s so much to do and see in Maryland, it’s often called America in Miniature.
Facebook / Johns Hopkins Medicine
People travel far and wide to get treated at Johns Hopkins facilities. We’re lucky to have them so close.
Flickr / Javcon117*
Many out-of-staters have no idea just how beautiful our rolling mountains in the western region really are.
Flickr / Hilts uk
So many famous athletes and celebrities are from Maryland. Michael Phelps, Katie Ledecky, Edward Norton, and William H. Macy to name a few…
Flickr / Doug Miller
There’s never a dull weekend in Maryland. From food festivals to one-of-a-kind events, there’s always something to do.
Flickr / PeterPanFan
Being in close proximity to many major cities makes day trips a breeze. It’s easy to get to New York City, Atlantic City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, DC and more.
Flickr / vishpool
Maryland is consistently ranked among the top 10 most educated states.
Flickr / Bernt Rostad
Ocean City recently ranked as one of the top traveler’s choice beaches in the U.S.
Jamie Alvarenga / Only In Your State
Sykesville was named America’s Coolest Small Town by Budget Travel in 2016. Two years prior, the title went to Berlin.
Flickr / Jerry and Pat Donaho
Battlefields, forts, monuments, and more historic spots can be visited all over the state.
Flickr / Jay
For a smaller state, Maryland sure does pack a lot of natural wonders. Be sure to check out our waterfalls and take a day trip to hunt fossils at Calvert Cliffs (pictured).
Flickr / Mike Procario
Fishing is abundant because we have so many bodies of water. From our man-made lakes to the Chesapeake Bay to the ocean, you can catch a variety of fish at every turn.
Flickr / Doug Kerr
Dozens of scenic parks cover the state. Hike to your heart’s content.
Wikimedia Commons / U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Digital Visual Library
Whether it’s a barrier island full of horses or one of the bay islands, a day surrounded by water views is doable in Maryland.
Flickr / Mariano Mantel
Local farms are still an important part of Maryland culture. Be sure to shop at farmers markets to show support and experience some of the freshest food around.
Flickr / jennifer yin
Baltimore’s Woodberry Kitchen was just named one of the best restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveler. This is only one of hundreds of state restaurants worth visiting.
Flickr / Mike
2013 Super Bowl champions. No big deal. 😉
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