For a smaller state, Maryland sure does have vast differences between its regions. Take a look how the eastern and western parts of the state differ from one another. It’s almost as if they’re two totally different places!
- You can expect beachy views in eastern Maryland…
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And mountainous sights in the west.
Flickr / Erin Eve
- Eastern Maryland has the state’s lowest point, known as Bloody Point Hole in the bottom of the bay.
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
And western Maryland has the highest point, called Hoye Crest on Backbone Mountain.
Flickr / Jimmy Emerson, DVM
- Breakfast in Maryland’s eastern portion is known to get a bit crabby.
Flickr / Larry Hoffman
And it’s scrapple for the win in western counties.
Flickr / Kate Hopkins
- Most water views in the east consist of peaceful wetlands.
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
And in the west, expect to see large lakes surrounded by hills and mountains.
Flickr / Via Tsuji
- Eastern Maryland is probably rooting for the Ravens.
Flickr / Keith Allison
And in the west, you’ll be surprised to find an abundance of Steelers fans.
Flickr / Jocelyn Saurini
- This is considered an ideal catch around the eastern shore.
Flickr / Joseph
But the hunt is on for larger game in western Maryland.
Flickr / Jerry Edmundson
- Winter sports in the east are somewhat unconventional.
Flickr / David Clow
And it’s classics like skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in the western mountains.
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- Summer vacation is a no-brainer when Ocean City is on the east coast.
Flickr / Wayne Thume
But in the west, Deep Creek Lake is a popular choice among warmer months.
Flickr / Jon Dawson
- Small towns along the eastern shore are filled with boardwalks, boats, and water views.
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And small towns in the west are proud of their surrounding mountains and railroad history.
Flickr / Lindley Ashline
- You’ll spot a lot of Wawa convenience stores when driving through the east.
Flickr / Elvert Barnes
And in western Maryland, it’s all about Sheetz.
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- Winter hits all of Maryland, even freezing over parts of the Chespeake Bay.
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But the coldest town in the entire state is located in western Maryland.
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- There’s no accent like an eastern shore accent. “You goin’ downy oshun?”
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Western Marylanders may speak with a country accent, sprinkled with hints of southern flare.
Flickr / Gregory Morris
- The east’s major attraction is pretty stupendous.
Flickr / Ben Beard
But don’t count out western Maryland’s most majestic spot. WOW.
Flickr / Doug Kerr
Do you live in either the western or eastern part of Maryland? Or are you more central or south? Represent your Maryland region down below, and let us know what you would add to the list!
Flickr / shorty76
Flickr / Erin Eve
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
Flickr / Jimmy Emerson, DVM
Flickr / Larry Hoffman
Flickr / Kate Hopkins
Flickr / Via Tsuji
Flickr / Keith Allison
Flickr / Jocelyn Saurini
Flickr / Joseph
Flickr / Jerry Edmundson
Flickr / David Clow
Flickr / rev_bri
Flickr / Wayne Thume
Flickr / Jon Dawson
Flickr / F Delventhal
Flickr / Lindley Ashline
Flickr / Elvert Barnes
Flickr / m01229
Flickr / BelindaMariepix
Flickr / karmablue
Flickr / halserad
Flickr / Gregory Morris
Flickr / Ben Beard
Flickr / Doug Kerr
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