CENTRAL MARYLAND T PHOTO: VISIT ANNAPOLIS & ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY Maryland State House, Annapolis Trace Chesapeake Shores Tree-lined shores give way to glass and steel urban spires along the waterways of Central Maryland. Explore waterfront beaches and parks. Meander the cozy streets of historic riverside Havre de Grace. Walk the unbroken waterfront promenade along Baltimore from the hopping pubs and restaurants of Canton, through the world-famous harbor, hip and happening Federal Hill, and on to the luxurious marina views of the Ritz-Carlton residences. About a half hour’s drive south is the state capital of Annapolis with its own harbor at the eastern end of Main Street, lined with shops, restaurants and landmarks, including the U.S. Naval Academy. CARROLL Westminster BALTIMORE Towson HARFORD Bel Air Baltimore City HOWARD Ellicott City Get Away to Our Green Side ANNE ARUNDEL Annapolis The geographic diversity of Central Maryland quickly becomes apparent when driving out of Baltimore, as urban skyline gives way to tree-lined, single-lane roads within minutes. Just north in Baltimore County is horse country, with rolling hills neatly sectioned off by white fencing. To the west, Carroll County, located in the Piedmont Plateau area, offers rows of crops, farmers’ markets and a warm, laidback country style. Along the I-95 corridor in Harford County, hikers can explore rocky overlooks carved out by the Gunpowder River, a prime fly-fishing destination. DESTINATION MARYLAND ✥ 83
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