Best places: Hiking areas in Maryland

Fort whose War of 1812 victory inspired "The Star-Spangled Banner," the U.S. national anthem.

Observation point offering elevated river & town views, accessible by an uphill hiking trail.

Hiking trail along the Potomac River with 1 steep, strenuous section, 1 moderate & 1 easy stretch.

👍👍 Great hike! Amazing views! Not crowded either, at least when I went. Pretty easy hike, with hills but they level out pretty often so you can catch your breath. The round trip maybe took 2 hours at my pace, which is pretty quick I think. Kids over 7 or 8 could make it on their own I’m sure. I wouldn’...

👍👍 The monument is not visible from the parking lot but it is only a short distance up the trail. Very easy hike of less than a mile round trip. Gate was open allowing us to climb the 34 steps to the observation deck at the top. Active Duty Military and Veterans are allowed free admission into the park...

👍👍 This a very beautiful trail for biking, hiking, running, and walking.

👍 Great overlook. The graffiti ruins this place. There are profanities spray painted everywhere. Not only is the graffiti ugly, but makes the rocks more slick and the area more dangerous to walk around. If it's so great why isn't it all over your vehicle or home?!? Mother nature will always be the bet...

👍👍 Beautiful loop trail that's just a little over a mile. It features three waterfalls along the way. Because I like to save the best for last, I walked the trail counterclockwise so I could see the biggest fall last. Absolutely worth it.

Restored 18th-century Quaker village featuring a mill, a blacksmith shop, a stone house & more.

Seasonal tours & reenactments, camping & hiking are found at this 1756 fort with a role in 3 wars.

Multifaceted green space with trails, pavilions, waterfront activities & an off-leash dog park.

👍👍 The Ma and Pa Trail is a fantastic place to start your day or end your day by walking or biking enjoying nature. You meet the nicest people and dogs on the trail.

👍👍 Our favorite hike to do as a family. Quick 10min hike up to the falls then the trail continues on. Our kids love to go further along the trail and play in the creek which leads to other small water falls. Blue paint markings along the trees make the path easy to follow. Perfect hike for a family.

👍👍 It's a pretty easy hike to the Lighthouse from the parking lot. It is about 3/4 mile. Beware that you should come early on a weekend with nice weather, especially, as the lot gets full. The trail is wide, and is covered with rocks. Some spots get muddy when it rains, but there's usually somewhere fi...

👍👍 Easy hike alongside the sounds of a trickling river and birds chirping. There is a nice suspension bridge along the trail and several small waterfalls you can choose to swim in. Loved this weekend morning time spent enjoying nature!!

👍👍 Absolutely wonderful! Great free programs, amazing summer camp, schools out programs, and they have a nature preschool now! Lots of resident animals that are excited to meet you. Over 200 acres and 3 miles of trails! Staff are friendly and helpful always. Also a great venue for weddings or events!

Park on the Appalachian Trail with a stone tower, the first monument dedicated to George Washington.

This park commemorating author & naturalist Benjamin Banneker features a replica of his log cabin.

Canal tunnel opened in 1850, with a long towpath trail & brass plates explaining its history.