The ‘Grand Canyon of American Heritage’ The National Potomac Scenic Heritage Trail (PHT) has been nicknamed “The Grand Canyon of American Heritage” for having the highest concentration of nationally significant historic and cultural landmarks of any US National Park trail. It houses a number of extraordinary sites: Native American hunting grounds in Ohiopyle, Fort Circle…
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Loudoun County is home to 33 craft breweries, and the owners have joined forces to create the Loudoun County Ale Trail. You can sample a glass at these innovative breweries from a bike seat (or by foot) via the Washington & Old Dominion Trail (W&OD). These breweries and eateries are found in the stretch between…
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Calvert County is about one hour away from Washington DC, but you probably don’t know much about these sandy beaches along the Chesapeake Bay. Though there are no waves here, this area has picturesque Chesapeake Bay waterfront, and best of all, you don’t have to cross the Bay Bridge to get there. Since there’s so much to…
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The Delmarva Peninsula is an optimal place to spend your days on the road, and I don’t mean traveling: staying close to home and grounded…on a bike. The roads and trails of the Eastern Shore are ideal for active travel. The sparse traffic, the flat streets and the pedestrian friendly towns cry out for you…
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