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As WorldPride celebrates its 50th anniversary in Washington D.C., Maryland welcomes visitors from all over the globe to stay in the Old Line State. With a “humble brag” that we are Washington D.C.’s favorite neighboring state, we are planning an amazing variety of special offers and Pride-worthy packages to extend your 2025 WorldPride adventure. Beginning May 17th through June 8th, WorldPride D.C. will offer a variety of events, festivals, concerts, parties and parades. As you[...]

Bienvenido a Maryland! Hispanic, Latino, and Spanish-speaking communities are an integral part of the rich and diverse cultural, culinary, and artistic landscape of Maryland. Visitors to our state will find memorable opportunities to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of Hispanic history, music, food, culture and lifestyle at amazing celebrations and events across the state. ¡Disfrútalo!

Wondering where to begin your shore-combing among Maryland’s 7,719 miles of coastline? Read on for suggestions to get started. Cool Off at the Swimming Hole: Maryland Beaches and Lakes At Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis, you can fish, crab, hike and rent a boat on the northwestern shore of the Bay. Stroll the boardwalk and enjoy the low salinity at Betterton Beach. If you prefer lake swimming, try Cascade Lake in Hampstead, which features[...]

Maryland cares about birds. Our Department of Natural Resources works closely with federal and local government agencies and conservation partner organizations to make certain that the future for birds is bright in our great state. Maryland has been an international leader in the recovery of formerly endangered species, including the comeback of the Peregrine Falcon and our iconic national symbol, the Bald Eagle. Today, bird watchers, photographers and wildfowl hunters benefit from the dedication of[...]

If you’re new to birding or to exploring Maryland’s wildlife watching hotspots, our birding community welcomes you to join us and make new friends. Many of our local bird clubs, nature centers and conservation partners lead regular bird hikes all across the state, and most are no or low cost. Check out the event calendars of the Maryland Ornithological Society bird clubs, Nature Forward, and the Maryland chapters and centers of the National Audubon Society[...]

Drive the Mountain Maryland Scenic Byway Ride the Mountain Coaster, the first alpine coaster on the East Coast, at Wisp Resort Fish or simply enjoy the view at Deep Creek Lake State Park Place your hand inside a black bear paw print at the Deep Creek Discovery Center Savor award-winning goat cheeses that are hand-crafted on premises at Firefly Farms Witness river waters rushing over the 53-foot Muddy Creek Falls at Swallow Falls State Park[...]

Piece together these puzzlers for a real treat as each jigsaw puzzle in the gallery below comes together to reveal an iconic Maryland image. It's Free State fun for everyone!

Beach Break at the Eastern Shore If you’re not going to let summer slip into fall without kicking and screaming, then you need to beeline to the beach communities. Since it’s about to be sweater weather, go ahead and indulge in the crab-filled delights and oysters that define the region at an authentic Maryland crab house—paired with a crisp local brew, of course. Be sure to dig your toes in the sand, stroll the iconic[...]

The following Maryland State Parks offer cross country skiing Western Maryland Cunningham Falls State Park Dans Mountain State Park Fort Frederick State Park Gambrill State Park Garrett State Forest Green Ridge State Forest Greenbrier State Park Herrington Manor State Park New Germany State Park Rocky Gap State Park Savage River State Forest Swallow Falls State Park Central Maryland Fair Hill NRMA Gunpowder Falls State Park North Point State Park Patapsco Valley State Park Patuxent River[...]