Assateague Island National Seashore @alpenlightphotography Calvert Cliffs, Lusby @visitcalvertcounty Known for its beautiful beaches, wild horses and abundant waterfowl, Assateague Island is an undeveloped, 37-mile-long stretch of pure Maryland paradise. Towering above the Chesapeake Bay, Calvert Cliffs are a massive (and ancient) display of natural history and prehistoric fossils, including sharks, whales, rays and more. The Capital Wheel, National Harbor @oliver7garden Autumn Glory Festival, Oakland @visitdeepcreek Climb 180 feet into the air and marvel at panoramic views of the Potomac River from the climate-controlled gondolas on this larger-than-life Ferris wheel. Over five days in October, celebrate the country’s best fall foliage with concerts, corn mazes, art exhibits, show-stopping parades and more. Mallows Bay Ghost Fleet, Nanjemoy @nicolereneepost Downtown Frederick @downtown.frederick.capture Explore the ship graveyard at Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary, home to more than 100 WWI-era steamship wrecks. Named one of the “Prettiest Painted Places in America,” Frederick’s 50-block downtown district is hip, historic, and one-of-a-kind. Tag your photos with #MDinFocus for a chance to be featured on our Instagram feed, on visitmaryland.org, or in Destination Maryland . Follow us on Instagram @visitmaryland DESTINATION MARYLAND / 15
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