The Best Backpacking in Maryland

For outdoor enthusiasts, Maryland is an ideal place to live. Between the mountains and the Bay--and the rivers, bike paths, and trails along the way--we couldn't ask for much more. But if we were feeling greedy, we would probably ask for additional backpacking options, right? Of course, there are...

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...

Assateague Island Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Ocean City, Maryland.

Appalachian Trail: Weverton Cliffs to Pine Knob Shelter is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Knoxville, Maryland.

Lambs Knoll and White Rocks via Appalachian Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Boonsboro, Maryland.

Appalachian Trail: Crampton Gap to Harpers Ferry is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Burkittsville, Maryland.

Appalachian Trail: South Mountain State Park to Harper's Ferry is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Boonsboro, Maryland.

Black Locust Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Frederick, Maryland.

Chandler Tract White Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Snow Hill, Maryland.

Red Trail to Green Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near McHenry, Maryland.

Appalachian Trail: Dahlgren Camp to Bear Spring Cabin is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Middletown, Maryland.

Appalachian Trail: Weverton Heights to Ed Garvey Shelter is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Knoxville, Maryland.