If you’re one of those people who enjoys a bit of seclusion, check out these 8 spots in the Old Line State. They’re filled with nature, scenery, but most of all, no crowds…
- Janes Island State Park
Flickr / Big Dog 91 This state park near Crisfield is filled with waterways for kayaking, where you can paddle to your own private space away from it all. Camp out and truly enjoy nature.
Address: 26280 Alfred J Lawson Dr, Crisfield, MD 21817
- Green Ridge State Forest
Flickr / MotoWebMistress This Western Maryland forest has rustic camping opportunities, for those who like to rough it. There are also many scenic trails, and this is a great spot for hunting.
Address: 28700 Headquarters Dr NE, Flintstone, MD 21530
- Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
Flickr / alliecat1881 This hidden swamp has boardwalks, allowing you to safely view the swampland and woodland views along the way. Make sure to bring a camera.
Address: 2880 Grays Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
- Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
Flickr / Alberto_VO5 During certain times of year, this place is filled with thousands of migratory birds. If you enjoy kayaking and canoeing, you can also take to the water to view the sights up close and personal.
Address: 2185 T Wallace Drive, Route 1, Cambridge, MD 21613
- Cedarville State Forest
Flickr / F Delventhal This forest has incredibly beautiful trails and serene bodies of water. Autumn is when it’s at its best, with copper-colored hues all over.
Address: 10201 Bee Oak Rd, Brandywine, MD 20613
- Eastern Neck Wildlife Refuge
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program See wildlife and sprawling views at this hidden gem in Maryland. What a surreal spot!
Address: 1730 Eastern Neck Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661
- Great Allegheny Passage
Flickr / Marc Bochy This trail spans from Cumberland all the way to Pittsburgh, PA. Along the way you’ll spot trains, tracks, rivers, and more. It’s perfect for a bike ride.
Starting Point: near the Cumberland train station
- Deal Island
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program Maryland has plenty of islands worth visiting but if you truly want to feel away from it all, check out Deal Island. This place is perfect for fishing and is utterly peaceful.
Where do you go in Maryland for a bit of peace and quiet among nature? Let us know below.
Flickr / Big Dog 91
This state park near Crisfield is filled with waterways for kayaking, where you can paddle to your own private space away from it all. Camp out and truly enjoy nature.
Address: 26280 Alfred J Lawson Dr, Crisfield, MD 21817
Flickr / MotoWebMistress
This Western Maryland forest has rustic camping opportunities, for those who like to rough it. There are also many scenic trails, and this is a great spot for hunting.
Address: 28700 Headquarters Dr NE, Flintstone, MD 21530
Flickr / alliecat1881
This hidden swamp has boardwalks, allowing you to safely view the swampland and woodland views along the way. Make sure to bring a camera.
Address: 2880 Grays Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Flickr / Alberto_VO5
During certain times of year, this place is filled with thousands of migratory birds. If you enjoy kayaking and canoeing, you can also take to the water to view the sights up close and personal.
Address: 2185 T Wallace Drive, Route 1, Cambridge, MD 21613
Flickr / F Delventhal
This forest has incredibly beautiful trails and serene bodies of water. Autumn is when it’s at its best, with copper-colored hues all over.
Address: 10201 Bee Oak Rd, Brandywine, MD 20613
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
See wildlife and sprawling views at this hidden gem in Maryland. What a surreal spot!
Address: 1730 Eastern Neck Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661
Flickr / Marc Bochy
This trail spans from Cumberland all the way to Pittsburgh, PA. Along the way you’ll spot trains, tracks, rivers, and more. It’s perfect for a bike ride.
Starting Point: near the Cumberland train station
Maryland has plenty of islands worth visiting but if you truly want to feel away from it all, check out Deal Island. This place is perfect for fishing and is utterly peaceful.
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