Maryland is a great state to visit. There’s a wide mix of things to do here. The state is rich in American Revolutionary and Civil War history. It’s right on the Chesapeake Bay and has maritime roots. Plus, there are parks, rivers, and even part of the Appalachian Trail here. Add the art, brews, and amazing food and you have a great all-inclusive destination.

6. Antietam National Battlefield (Sharpsburg)

The Battle of Antietam was a major battle in the Civil War, the one that ended the Confederate Army’s invasion of the north and led to Lincoln issuing the Emancipation Proclamation. 23,000 soldiers were killed in this 12 hours battle, one of the bloodiest in the country’s history. Stop by the visitor’s center, National Cemetery, and the Pry House Field Hospital. Spend 3-4 hours here learning about this history shaping battle.

7. Sugarloaf Mountain (Dickerson)

Over 14 million years, Sugarloaf Mountain developed from the surrounding soil eroding away. A long hike through the oaks will bring deer, rabbit, and fox sightings as well as owl, turkey, and hawks. It’s elevation is only around 800 feet and it has ties to the Civil War. This is truly an interesting sight.

8. Rock State Park (Jarrettsville)

This park features 855 acres of a rocky forest that has three picnic areas, access to Deer Creek for fishing, tubing, and wading. If you’re a climber, make sure you make it to the King and Queen seat, an outcrop of rocks that has an amazing view. This park gets pretty packed in the summer, so show up early and spend the morning here.

9. Geppi’s Entertainment Museum (Baltimore)

Geppi’s is a museum dedicated to pop culture. It has rooms dedicated to Baltimore’s heroes, old newspaper comic book characters, post-war television stars, and multimedia’s globalization. They also have special educational programs for school trips. Stop by and spend 2-3 hours here.

10. Decoy Museum/Ward Museum (Salisbury)

This museum specializes in wildfowl art and the art of decoy carvers Art and Lem Ward. Located on Schumaker Pond, you’ll find living classrooms and hiking trails while inside, two galleries show decoys hand carved by the Ward brothers and unique are and children’s programs. Spend 2-3 hours at this unique museum.

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