Posted in Maryland
August 02, 2017
If There Are Only 5 Hikes You Ever Do In Maryland, Make Them These
Even if you’re short on time, fitting in a hike wherever you can is important. Nature is a natural stress reliever and there’s nothing quite like exploring spots in your state that you never knew existed. The following five hikes just may be the most beautiful, rewarding hikes in Maryland. Although there are dozens more worth checking out, these are a good place to start!
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With the mighty Potomac as the centerpiece, Billy Goat Trail just may be the most scenic hike in Maryland. Choose to explore section A, which is a bit rocky but so worth the challenge.
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This Western Maryland park has a 1 1/4 mile trail that leads between its two waterfalls, Muddy Creek Falls and Swallow Falls. The trek is short but sweet for certain.
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Once you hike the 1.8 mile trail filled with rustic boardwalks and swampland views, you'll arrive at this fossil beach. Spend the afternoon searching for shark teeth and enjoying views of the bay.
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You may have heard of Harper's Ferry, West Virginia, but did you know that just across from it is a Maryland hike with an incredible overlook? The moderate hike is 2.5 miles in length and once you arrive at the top, you may never want to leave.
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Cunningham Falls is Maryland's tallest cascading waterfall. The hike here can be completed by any age explorer. Once you arrive, climb up the rocks and watch the water flow down.
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