Maryland

State Flower

Black Eyed Susan

This small state in the Mid-Atlantic region of the country is traveled through heavily on the I-95 Corridor from Maine to Florida. But, Maryland is worth an extended stay with its coastal beauty, rich green landscapes and wonderful seafood. The largest city of Baltimore has many interesting sites and historical gems like Fort McHenry, the Edgar Allen Poe house, and the National Aquarium-the largest tourist attraction in the city. To escape the crowds, be sure to check out Federal Hill, a mecca of interesting shops, restaurants and galleries.

State Bird

Baltimore Oriole

Maryland Eastern Shore sports many back roads with Ocean City as a favorite summer haven to many. On the Chesapeake Bay side is the Naval Academy at Annapolis , a town that has changed little over the centuries. This town is rich in history with its many grand post-revolutionary brick homes that line the old streets. Western Maryland is hill country and the gateway to West Virginia. As on goes west, be sure to visit Deep Creek Lake, more than 700,000 acres with public parks and forest surrounding it. In the winter it is a favorite place for cross-country skiing.