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Maryland Trails: America's Hidden Treasure

By: Lana Coom

When you ask people what they know about Maryland you are likely to receive a blank stare in response. The best you can hope for is that some people may remember that Maryland is one of the states that were used to create Washington D.C. But no one seems to know more about Maryland than that.

Aside from the history and facts about Maryland itself, does anyone know of any tourist attractions or activities that might be of interest to visitors? Again, the answer would probably be a blank expression staring back at you. But, despite a relative lack of knowledge concerning Maryland and its possibilities, the state remains a vital tourist attraction and a vital link to the founding of the United States.

Maryland has a very special place in the hearts of Native Americans. It was a crucial link to the creation of the United States. It has precious waterways known as the Potomac River Corridor. Before the Europeans came to America, the Native Americans had been using these waterways, linking the Chesapeake Bay to its tributaries, for thousands of years.

The residents of Maryland consider the Potomac River Corridor as the Grand Canyon of American history and culture. Since the Native Americans used this vital corridor, this was the place where Europeans first found their freedom and Africans first became slaves. Since then, there has been a steady growth of commerce, trade and culture in the Maryland/Chesapeake Bay area.

In order to honor and preserve this great tradition and history, the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail was created. Consisting of a wide-ranging network of locally managed trails that exceeds 770 miles, it is one of the most accessible areas of natural splendor in the country.

The Potomac Heritage Scenic Trail traces the Potomac River that begins in West Virginia and winds its way all along the southern Maryland border. In fact, you can hike all the way from D.C. to Seward, Pennsylvania without ever leaving the trails.

These historic trails offer more than biking or hiking, of course. Other exciting outdoors possibilities are to paddle down the various streams in the Potomac River network or to drive along the Maryland countryside and its scenic byways. You will be rewarded with some of the most breath taking sights that are there along the east coast of the United States.

The Potomac Heritage Scenic Trail is definitely one of those public works projects that can truly benefit the public if they choose to use it. With a wide range of activities and scenic places to visit, the trail offers visitors new and exciting things to people each and every time they visit. So, the next time someone happens to ask you what you know about Maryland, tell them that it is home to the Potomac Heritage Scenic Trail and is one of the most awe-inspiring pieces of Americana that this nation has to offer.

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