Away from the hustle and bustle of Maryland’s big cities, you can find quiet, rural farmlands. If you prefer the simple things in life, you may prefer to spend your time or even live in these locations. These 20 stunning photos prove that rural Maryland is not only filled with underrated charm, it’s also quite possibly one of the best places to live.
- This classic red barn at Hollywood Farm in Annapolis appears to be straight out of a postcard.
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- This apple orchard in Emmitsburg seems awfully inviting…
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- Autumn cools the air and brings tinges of beautiful color to the Maryland countryside.
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- While exploring rural parts of the state, you may stumble onto old treasures, like these ruins in Monkton…
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- …Or insanely overgrown structures like this farmhouse in Berlin.
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- These amber waves of grain are serene on a hot summer day in Maryland.
Dorret / Flickr
- A quiet road in Edgemere on a misty autumn morning.
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- A stunning sunrise in Cumberland.
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- A country road fit for hill hopping, located in Jefferson.
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- This Maryland field is absolutely dreamy!
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- Towering trees and a patriotic symbol in Odenton.
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- This sunflower field in Cecil County is positively delightful.
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- This foggy field in western Maryland is eerie yet calming.
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- This aerial shot of the Wicomico River is like a work of art.
Chesapeake Bay Program / Flickr
- This bunch of loblolly pines can be found on Deal Island.
Chesapeake Bay Program / Flickr
- You’re almost always guaranteed to find waterbirds along the tidal tributaries.
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- This impressive tree in Carroll County appears to be from a story book.
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- A stroll along this fence would be a peaceful way to spend an afternoon.
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- This Maryland landscape photo is quite magical.
Forsaken Fotos / Flickr
- Love this pastoral scene on a quiet Frederick farm.
Mike Procario / Flickr
Do you live in a sparsely populated, rural part of Maryland? Or do you prefer city life? Share your thoughts in the comments and feel free to share your own rural photos on our Only In Maryland Facebook Page.
smilla4 / Flickr
Fr. Gaurav Shroff / Flickr
Irina Souiki / Flickr
Dorret / Flickr
Michelle Fleming / Flickr
Nicolas Raymond / Flickr
Javcon117* / Flickr
Aonghas Crann / Flickr
Nakeva Corothers / Flickr
Joshua Kruger / Flickr
likeaduck / Flickr
Chesapeake Bay Program / Flickr
David Heise / Flickr
Michael Galkovsky / Flickr
Forsaken Fotos / Flickr
Mike Procario / Flickr
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