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Maryland Camping | Quick Facts

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Uniquely Maryland: The first railroad station was built by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company in Baltimore
Must See: Attend the Preakness at Pimlico Race Course
Most Unusual: Chincoteague ponies
Highest Point: Backbone Mountain at 3,360 feet
Food to Try: Maryland Blue Crabs

What to Do:

1 See the Chincoteague wild ponies at the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge

2 Explore the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal

3 Enjoy recreating at Deep Creek Lake, Maryland's largest freshwater lake

4 Take a boat to explore Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and Historic Park

5 Explore Maryland's network of Civil War Trails

6 Watch the Preakness

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Maryland Camping | Off The Beaten Path

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Off The Beaten Path | Maryland


Maryland's landscape extends from the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean to the Appalachians. Visitors will find the excitement of a large city in Baltimore, and can enjoy the beautiful scenery in the rural areas. Throughout the state there are many fascinating and fun attractions for visitors to explore and enjoy. Here are a few of Maryland's excellent destinations.

Assateague Island National Seashore

Assateague Island National Seashore is a amazingly beautiful spot in Maryland. Visitors to this national park will love the sandy beaches, as well as the other natural features of the island, including salt marshes, maritime forests and more. A trip to Assateague Island should start at the visitor center, the exhibits educate visitors about the National Seashore. Visitors will find a wide variety of recreational activities to enjoy, including biking, kayaking, surf fishing and even horseback riding.

National Aquarium in Baltimore

The National Aquarium is an amazing family destination. Visitors will find a variety of exhibits, as well as thousands of animals. Exhibits include jellyfish, dolphins and an Australian animal exhibit. Visitors can see amphibians, birds, octopi, reptiles and lots of fish.

Calvert Cliffs State Park

This Maryland park was named for the cliffs found along this part of the Chesapeake Bay's shoreline. Visitors to the park can see the unique fossils from prehistoric species, revealed by the erosion of the cliffs. Calvert Cliffs is also a great place for people to enjoy a sandy beach, explore a tidal march, and hiking on the miles of trails in the area.

The Preakness at Pimlico Race Course

Each year at Pimlico Race Course the Preakness Stakes are held on the third Saturday in May. The Preakness Stakes are one of the three races that are part of the Triple Crown Series. Attendance at this event is second only to the Kentucky Derby. Maryland residents and visitors should plan ahead to attend this event. The race is filled with excitement and each year the winner is draped with a blanket of Black-eyed Susan, the state flower of Maryland.

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

The Chesapeak & Ohio Canal was essential to the communities on the Potomac River. Goods such as coal, lumber, grain and other important items were transported on this canal. Today, this park preserves this important aspect of America's transportation history. In the over 180 miles, visitors will find a wide variety of recreational activities to enjoy, including hiking, biking, boating, cross country skiing, wildlife viewing, and event boat tours.

Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum

Visitors to the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum can learn all about the creation of the B&O Railroad, at the same location where the railroad actually began. The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum has an amazing collection of American Railroad history. Visitors can learn about the history of railroading, while seeing exhibits that include tools, furniture, scale models, and many historic structures.

Brookside Gardens

These beautiful gardens cover over 50 acres in Maryland's Montgomery County. Visitors to the Brookside Gardens will enjoy a variety of different types of gardens. There are a a variety of districts within the gardens, including, Azalea Garden, Rose Garden, Rain Garden, Aquatic Garden and more. Throughout the different areas of the gardens there are many amazing sights and species of plants to enjoy.

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Maryland Camping | Things to Do

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Maryland | Fun and Funky Things to Do 

Those visitors to Maryland that enjoy visiting fun and funky attractions will have plenty of options. Here are a few of the fascinating places visitors to the state of Maryland can enjoy.

American Visionary Art Museum

Located in Baltimore, this museum is dedicated to visionary artists, those artists that independently create their art and style, perhaps without ever realizing that it is art. The art at this museum spans many years and styles. Visitors will love seeing all of the different pieces of art and learning about some of the unknown but amazing artists found throughout the country.

National Museum of Dentistry

Dental enthusiasts as well as other curious travelers should find the National Museum of Dentistry in Baltimore. At this museum visitors will find an impressive collection of artifacts and information on the history of oral health and more. The fascinating exhibits include collections of historic dental instruments and even an exhibit dedicated to George Washington and his dentures.

National Vigilance Park

This park honors aerial reconnaissance crews and their sacrifices over the years. Visitors to this park can see real aircraft made to resemble those that went down during their missions. While exploring the park visitors can see a refurbished C-130 and other aircraft, while also learning more about the important role aerial reconnaissance has played in national security over time.

Thrasher Carriage Museum

Travelers interested in historic transportation should be sure to visit Frostburg, Maryland to learn about and see the collection of horse-drawn vehicles at the Thrasher Carriage Museum. This museum is dedicated to carriages, carts and sleighs. Visitors to the museum will have the opportunity to see an amazing collection with examples of horse-drawn vehicles that served all purposes.

US Army Ordnance Museum

Located in Aberdeen, Maryland the US Army Ordnance Museum houses an impressive collection of weapons and documents important to the US Army Ordnance Corps. Although the museum has started relocation to Ft Lee Virginia, visitors to Aberdeen can still see the outdoor display, which includes plenty of impressive tanks to wander among.

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