If you love exploring, then Maryland is the place for you! Although we may not be the largest state, we’ve got a lot of natural attractions packed into the area. Although the list of adventurous spots could go on and on, start with these first!
- Patpasco Valley State Park
Flickr / Steve Kaminski This state park sprawls across parts of Howard County and Baltimore County, offering rustic bridges, waterfalls, dams, ruins, campsites, and more. With so many park areas, it seems the places to explore here are endless.
- Deep Creek Lake
Flickr / fabulousfinds Maryland’s largest lake is perfect for fishing, water sports, and nearby hiking. Although this spot is great for exploring year-round, we recommend visiting during summer or fall.
- Cedarville State Forest
Flickr / F Delventhal Cedarville State Forest appears to be straight out of a fairytale with its pathways, reflective pond, and all-around scenery. This lush forest is so worth the drive.
- Rocky Gap State Park
Flickr / Karen Jacobs Cook This western Maryland park has a scenic lake surrounded by mountains, as well as trails among nature. Camp here for a weekend to truly feel relaxed and away from it all.
- Point Lookout State Park
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program Travel all the way south in Maryland and you’ll find Point Lookout State Park. Many people like to visit during the summer to fully enjoy the water views. Others travel here for ghost hunting, as the lighthouse and grounds and rumored to be haunted.
- Great Falls
Flickr / mebrett Travel to this natural spot where one side is Virginia and the other side is Maryland. Watch the mighty Potomac flow through this spot for a view to remember.
- C & O Canal
Flickr / Henk Sijgers You can explore along the canal anywhere from Washington DC all the way to Cumberland. Walk, jog, or bicycle beside the calm water and historic sites.
- Great Allegheny Passage
Flickr / Marc Bochy Extending beyond the C & O Canal is the Great Allegheny Passage. This route starts in Cumberland and extends all the way to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The railroad views along the way are memorable!
- Assateague State Park
Flickr / m01229 Most people know Assateague for the wild ponies. What they may not know is that there are also beautiful boardwalks and trails that are perfect for exploring.
When it comes to places to explore in Maryland, this list is only the beginning. Where are your favorite nature-infused spots? Feel free to share below and also check out our Maryland bucket list!
Flickr / Steve Kaminski
This state park sprawls across parts of Howard County and Baltimore County, offering rustic bridges, waterfalls, dams, ruins, campsites, and more. With so many park areas, it seems the places to explore here are endless.
Flickr / fabulousfinds
Maryland’s largest lake is perfect for fishing, water sports, and nearby hiking. Although this spot is great for exploring year-round, we recommend visiting during summer or fall.
Flickr / F Delventhal
Cedarville State Forest appears to be straight out of a fairytale with its pathways, reflective pond, and all-around scenery. This lush forest is so worth the drive.
Flickr / Karen Jacobs Cook
This western Maryland park has a scenic lake surrounded by mountains, as well as trails among nature. Camp here for a weekend to truly feel relaxed and away from it all.
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
Travel all the way south in Maryland and you’ll find Point Lookout State Park. Many people like to visit during the summer to fully enjoy the water views. Others travel here for ghost hunting, as the lighthouse and grounds and rumored to be haunted.
Flickr / mebrett
Travel to this natural spot where one side is Virginia and the other side is Maryland. Watch the mighty Potomac flow through this spot for a view to remember.
Flickr / Henk Sijgers
You can explore along the canal anywhere from Washington DC all the way to Cumberland. Walk, jog, or bicycle beside the calm water and historic sites.
Flickr / Marc Bochy
Extending beyond the C & O Canal is the Great Allegheny Passage. This route starts in Cumberland and extends all the way to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The railroad views along the way are memorable!
Flickr / m01229
Most people know Assateague for the wild ponies. What they may not know is that there are also beautiful boardwalks and trails that are perfect for exploring.
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