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    • Annapolis, Maryland

      Photograph the Frozen Bay at Sandy Point

      The winter is the perfect time to explore this park as it does not draw in many visitors like it does in the summer months. You can walk along the sandy shores to photograph both the Chesapeake Bay Bridge as well as the bay itself. This is a very easy walk and could take you under 10 minutes and ...
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    • Wildlife Trail Parking Area, Maryland

      Explore Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge

      1 mi
      Although the trails at Eastern Neck may be small in size (the longest is just over a mile) they're big on sights. It's practically impossible to visit the refuge and not see wildlife, particularly the dizzying number of avian species here. Visit during the winter to see the majestic Tundra Swan, ...
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    • Stevensville, Maryland

      Bike or Run the Kent Island South Trail

      12 mi / 20 ft gain
      Run, bike, walk or use any other means to travel this paved route from the Romacoke Pier Park up to the Metapeake Public Beach.  6 miles one way, this path is paved the entire way and stays off the main road.  Public parking at either end and beautiful views of the bay.  The path winds through fo...
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    • Annapolis, Maryland

      Kayak into downtown Annapolis via Spa Creek

      There is no better way to travel into Annapolis then by under your own power on water.  Put in your kayak, canoe, or stand up paddle board at the Truxton Park Boat Launch (run by the City Parks Department) and paddle into downtown Annapolis on Spa Creek.  Pass other boaters, beautiful waterfront ...
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    • Wye Mills, Maryland

      Kayak around Wye Island NRMA

      With over 2,400 acres of managed land, Wye Island Natural Resource Management Area is the perfect spot to explore via the water.  There is a public boat launch in Wye Landing near the island, put in your boat there and head south a little to connect with the island's coast.  To fully circle the i...
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    • Edgemere, Maryland

      Hike the Black Marsh Trail at North Point State Park

      2.5 mi
      First, a few disclaimers: The parking lot may be "at capacity" if you choose to visit the park in the summer. Do not despair; there is an auxiliary lot of sorts just near the gate.The park may be "full" but chances are you'll have the trails to yourself. Most people are here to hang in the design...
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    • Baltimore, Maryland

      Hike the Fort McHenry Trail

      3.5
      0.9 mi / 16 ft gain
      Park in the lot and head out either direction on this short loop trail. Trail can get crowded, so be prepared to share the space. 
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    • Baltimore, Maryland

      Paddle Dundee Creek

      1.5 mi
      Follow the main entrance road down and to the right of the nature center to a turn around loop, where a car can be temporarily parked to unload/load boats onto the pier. You can launch canoes and kayaks on the end of the pier which goes directly out to Dundee Creek. From the launch site, paddlers...
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    • Baltimore, Maryland

      Hike Marshy Point Nature Center

      5 mi
      Marshy Point Nature Center is 25 minutes northeast of Baltimore in Middle River, Maryland. Convenient from I-95 with lots of parking and miles of interconnected trails, it's a perfect spot for a quick hike or an all-day excursion.  The trails are mostly within the 1-2 mile range, but you can comb...
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    • Laurel, Maryland

      Hike the South Tract Trails at Patuxent Research Refuge

      5 mi
      From the visitors center, start on the Fire Road trail. From there, it's a choose-your-own adventure (choose-your-own ecosystem, actually). Pick the Laurel and Valley Trails to stay in the quiet (and maybe enchanted? It felt enchanted) forest. Goose Pond trail is a short jut to a--yup--pond, wher...
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    • Elkridge, Maryland

      Hike the Cascade Falls and Rootball Loop Trail

      4.7
      2.4 mi / 285 ft gain
      Park on the shoulder of Landing Drive (see map) to access the trailhead. This trail is open April-September. Dogs allowed on leash. 
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    • Elkridge, Maryland

      Cascade Falls Loop

      3.0
      2.31 mi / 381 ft gain
      This hike is a great place to escape the city feel of Baltimore and disappear into the wilderness. Enter through the Avalon Area entrance. There is a cash fee to enter the park. Once you pass the front gate continue past the initial picnic area. Continue through the park to the Orange Grove Area...
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    • Huntingtown, Maryland

      Paddle the Patuxent River through Maryland

      While there are many parks along its length, one of the best places to explore along the 115 mile long Patuxent River is by putting in at Kings Landing Park.  There is ample parking near the launch, and while vehicles are not allowed to park near the water, vehicles are encouraged to open the gat...
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    • Kingsville, Maryland

      Hike the Jerusalem Village Trail & Jericho Covered Bridge Trail

      4.3 mi / 341 ft gain
      This is a moderately rated hike that features a river and quite a few hilly sections. The trail is known to be rather muddy, so be sure to wear appropriate waterproof footwear. Note that some sections of the trail are not well marked. You may want to review a map before embarking. There is park...
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    • Washington, District of Columbia

      Visit Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

      4.5
      1.5 mi
      The Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens are a unique spot in Washington, D.C. The grounds are full of ponds, boardwalks, and a trail that connects you to the Anacostia River Trail. The main draw of this park are the ponds full of lotus flowers. During the summer months, they grow tall with colors ranging ...
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    • North East, Maryland

      Hike to the Turkey Point Lighthouse in Elk Neck SP

      3.0
      1.6 mi / 60 ft gain
      This hike begins from the parking lot trailhead that is well-marked.  Be cautious - parking is limited and may be full on weekends, and the paved road suddenly ends at the parking lot entrance.  The path is crushed stone, wide, and relatively flat.  Dogs are welcome but must be on leashes.  On th...
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    Camping and Lodging in Stevensville

    Washington DC / Capitol KOA Holiday
    Millersville, Maryland

    Washington DC / Capitol KOA Holiday

    Greenbelt Park Picnic Areas
    Greenbelt, Maryland

    Greenbelt Park Picnic Areas

    Greenbelt Campground
    Greenbelt, Maryland

    Greenbelt Campground

    Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas
    Washington, District of Columbia

    Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas

    Hains Point Picnic Area (East Potomac Park)
    Washington, District of Columbia

    Hains Point Picnic Area (East Potomac Park)

    Rock Creek Park Group Picnic Areas
    Washington, District of Columbia

    Rock Creek Park Group Picnic Areas

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Stevensville

    How the Outdoors Won in the Recent Spending Bill

    How the Outdoors Won in the Recent Spending Bill

    Outdoor Alliance

    How I Became Marketing Director for Delaware State Parks

    How I Became Marketing Director for Delaware State Parks

    Abby Shepard

    Delaware Bucket List: 100 Things to do in Delaware

    Delaware Bucket List: 100 Things to do in Delaware

    Abby Shepard

    How to Experience Delaware's Horseshoe Crab Phenomenon

    How to Experience Delaware's Horseshoe Crab Phenomenon

    Abby Shepard

    The Best 5 Hikes for Fall Foliage in Delaware

    The Best 5 Hikes for Fall Foliage in Delaware

    Abby Shepard