Some places are worth the distance, especially when it comes to the following 10 spots around the Old Line State. Check out these amazing places that are all off the beaten path but completely worth seeking out.
- Maryland Heights Trail
Flickr / Cowtools While this trail is technically located in Maryland, it’s nestled right across from Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Climb to the top and enjoy the sprawling view.
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- Hart-Miller Island
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program This island near Baltimore is only reachable by boat or kayak. Once you arrive, you can spend the day on the beach, fishing, or exploring the paths around the island.
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- Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge
Flickr / robposse Take route 445 all the way to the end to find this little slice of natural paradise. Bird watchers will especially enjoy this place, as thousands of migratory birds create amazing patterns in the sky.
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- Mallows Bay
Flickr / Fred Schroeder Find this unique bay in Nanjemoy, where hundreds of old WWI ships rest in a watery grave. You can kayak among the ruins, making for a memorable experience like no other.
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- Matoaka Beach
Jamie Alvarenga / Only In Your State St Leonard is home to this hidden beach, which boasts clay cliffs full of fossils and stunning bay views. Once you find this spot, you’ll no doubt want to return.
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- Solomons Island
Flickr / Harold Neal This Calvert County town is like a little secluded place of its own. Check out the local eateries, shops, and be sure to stay until sunset to enjoy the amazing view.
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- Savage River State Forest
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program Western Maryland has plenty of rustic spots that are worth exploring, and one of the most underrated is Savage River State Forest. You can hike the local trails, hunt, fish, or even enjoy a few days of primitive camping.
- Smith Island
Flickr / fabulousfabs This island in the bay is only reachable by boat (or ferry)! Explore the island by foot or bicycle, taking in the views and experiencing old Maryland traditions.
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- Oldtown
Flickr / Jasperdo This canal town is historic and charming, retaining much of the same appearance throughout the centuries. Enjoy a scenic stroll in a place that’s unlike any other.
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- Sugarloaf Mountain
Flickr / Corey’sWorld (MDCoreBear) You’ll find this unique mountain near Urbana, Maryland. Everyone should explore this spot at least once, for it leads to amazing overlook views.
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What are your favorite hidden gems around the Old Line State? Let us know below!
Flickr / Cowtools
While this trail is technically located in Maryland, it’s nestled right across from Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Climb to the top and enjoy the sprawling view.
Click here for more information.
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
This island near Baltimore is only reachable by boat or kayak. Once you arrive, you can spend the day on the beach, fishing, or exploring the paths around the island.
Click here for more information.
Flickr / robposse
Take route 445 all the way to the end to find this little slice of natural paradise. Bird watchers will especially enjoy this place, as thousands of migratory birds create amazing patterns in the sky.
Click here for more information.
Flickr / Fred Schroeder
Find this unique bay in Nanjemoy, where hundreds of old WWI ships rest in a watery grave. You can kayak among the ruins, making for a memorable experience like no other.
Click here for more information.
Jamie Alvarenga / Only In Your State
St Leonard is home to this hidden beach, which boasts clay cliffs full of fossils and stunning bay views. Once you find this spot, you’ll no doubt want to return.
Click here for more information.
Flickr / Harold Neal
This Calvert County town is like a little secluded place of its own. Check out the local eateries, shops, and be sure to stay until sunset to enjoy the amazing view.
Click here for more information.
Western Maryland has plenty of rustic spots that are worth exploring, and one of the most underrated is Savage River State Forest. You can hike the local trails, hunt, fish, or even enjoy a few days of primitive camping.
Flickr / fabulousfabs
This island in the bay is only reachable by boat (or ferry)! Explore the island by foot or bicycle, taking in the views and experiencing old Maryland traditions.
Click here for more information.
Flickr / Jasperdo
This canal town is historic and charming, retaining much of the same appearance throughout the centuries. Enjoy a scenic stroll in a place that’s unlike any other.
Click here for more information.
Flickr / Corey’sWorld (MDCoreBear)
You’ll find this unique mountain near Urbana, Maryland. Everyone should explore this spot at least once, for it leads to amazing overlook views.
Click here for more information.
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