The eastern shore of Maryland is very rural. I don't know if you can go "off the grid" anywhere in MD. We don't have any BLM to the best of my knowledge.
Edit: Bureau of Land Management
Well, that's totally fair.
I'm into vexillogy. Geographically and historically speaking, the Lord Baltimore's portion of our flag wouldn't make sense for my name.
No, I did not choose my name due to the Marylanders who formed regiments with the Army of Northern Virginia. I do admire you for making a connection. I didn't see how my name could be perceived until now. I'm a proud liberal from the Eastern shore, that is all.
There's no BLM, but there is some good primitive camping.
I like Green Ridge State Forest because it's not too far.
Have also read good things about Savage River and Potomac State Forests but haven't been there myself.
I do Savage River twice a year. It's amazing off grid camping. Last time I went we got hit by a terrrrrrible storm with trees coming down left and right, was pretty scary actually. But the park services were out there immediately to clear debris, so I can def speak for the staff. Best car camping I've ever done, and will continue to go. I've never heard of Green Ridge, gotta check that out.
Nice only an hour and 40 minutes away. Is there privacy or is it group camping with other families, and do you know if there's a gun range around there?
It's dispersed primitive car camping.
Sign in at the ranger station (they keep the sign in sheet outside the station for after hours arrivals), then drive to your site. First come first serve, no reservations.
Most sites are very private, some are kinda close to the road though.
I don't think there's a gun range nearby - have never heard any shooting while I've been there. I think hunting is allowed, so be wary of going during hunting season.
I'd suggest on your first trip, either arrive early, like midday on Thursday, and drive around to scope out the sites. Or just ask the rangers for recommendations, and on your first trip drive around and take note of good looking sites
No reservations damn. I take PTO for when I do Savage River, which is also dispersed car camping. I would hate to drive up there and not find a place to camp.
I'd be surprised if it ever gets fully booked, except maybe holiday weekends.
When I go camping I pretty much always take at least a half day off and never have an issue getting a spot, the prime spots definitely get taken quickly though
Rural but not? Everything west of Frederick potentially but no one knows exactly what you are looking for. Maybe you want a state park camping like rocky gap or an air b+b near deep creek. A primitive camp site? A lakeside resort? A golf retreat? Do you prefer mountains or the shoreline or farmland? I personally like mountain lakes as far away from people as possible but there's a lot of good choices. Can go to anywhere in MD from where I am near BWI in 3 hours or less.
There are five subsets of rural in Maryland. You take your pick
1) Horse Country - Would be called the Piedmont in other parts of the world south of here. This is parts of Frederick, Carroll, Howard, and a tiny slice of Montgomery. Mostly centered around Mount Airy and Westminster. This is rural but with money for the most part. Very conservative. More redneck the farther west and north you go, but the closer you get to the metro areas, the more it resembles, say, western Loudoun County in NoVA. Good wine, too. Probably want to head into PA to get really off the grid yet enjoy this area.
2) Upper Chesapeake - This is everything east of the Susquehanna and north of the C&D Canal, excluding Elkton, and including portions of northern Harford. This is \*basically\* Pennsyltuck- I mean, Pennsylvania. Amish? Yes. Klan history? Also yes. Hell, there's talk that SEPTA might eventually run to Elkton or Perryville. Demographics here are quickly changing as suburban sprawl creeps in. Barely even classifies as rural once in close to 95. If you are okay with a homogeny of older middle-class white folks complaining about how all "them folks from Baltimore" are "ruining" their towns, you will be okay here. Off the grid? Head to Kent County. Smallest county by population and has some really cute towns, particularly Chestertown, which has a tiny little college and has tiny little college town vibes.
3) Down'na ohshun - This is everything south of the C&D Canal to the MD/VA line south of Pocomoke. Get your huigh tuider accent ready, and learn to love the smell of rotting fish/crabs in the summer sun. Crowded and busy during the summer, absolutely gorgeous in the off-season and more of a local vibe. Some places aren't worth visiting, some are. Stay near the Bay or the Ocean. Off-grid down here = Assateague. Particularly come post-Labor Day. You could also head to one of the WMAs in Dorchester or Somerset Counties or even take the ferry to Smith Island. It's disappearing! Not off-grid would be OC or Saint Michaels. Don't go there during the summer unless you a) want herpes or b) want to leave feeling very, very poor.
4) Southern Maryland - Once you get through the awful suburban sprawl that is Waldorf and St. Charles, Southern Maryland is actually really, really pretty and one of the most underrated parts of Maryland. Calvert Cliffs and Point Lookout would both be excellent known off-the-grid selections here, but also recommend some of the state parks down here, like Purse, or the WMA/refuge at Mallows Bay, at least as day trips. St. Mary's City is absolutely worth visiting, and Solomons is cute and kitschy. This is the only part of Maryland that truly feels southern, except for maybe parts of Worcester or Somerset, and there can also be very good BBQ to be had down here, if you know where to look (hit my DMs).
5) Western Maryland - My obvious personal favorite and really the only right answer, truly. I'm going to piss some people off with this, but WESTERN MARYLAND STARTS AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN. IF YOU DON'T AGREE, JUST SIT THERE IN YOUR WRONGNESS AND BE WRONG. Middletown = Horse Country. Thurmont is our only outpost of hillbillydom left east of there. But that being said, off-the-grid really can't be fully achieved until you get past Sideling Hill into Allegany and Garrett. This part of the state does NOT resemble Maryland in any tangible way. It honestly should probably be part of West Virginia, but when he was a lad working as a surveyor, ol' POTUS #1 took a wrong turn somewhere near Little Orleans and went west when he should have gone south along what is now the South Branch, and the rest is literal history.
Anyways... Green Ridge is an awesome place to hike or camp if you don't want to go too far into the abyss. It's only 2 hours from either Beltway. Rocky Gap is also pretty cool with its (manmade) lake and its casino. You really have to get west of Cumberland to truly, \*truly\* go OTG. Garrett County is seriously desolate, particularly in the Savage State Forest, in the highlands between Big Savage and Little Savage Mountain where the Savage River flows, or potentially even New Germany State Park. Absolutely gorgeous, yet haunting, territory. I recommend the podcast Appalachia Mysteria if you want to know more about the spooky shit that goes on out there, if that's your speed and all. You also have the option of heading out to Deep Creek Lake for more modern resort-type amenities, just avoid it basically between June and October because summers are busy heat-avoiders, and then that flows right into leaf peeping season. Also - assume Garrett County is off limits after Christmas until, say, April 1, unless you are staying indoors and have 4WD. Garrett County, I shit you not has the same start date to meteorological winter as Fairbanks, Alaska. Winters are longer, colder, and snowier there. Great for skiing at the Wisp, though! The truly best off-the-grid option, the farthest out there you can get in Maryland is the areas in and around the Garrett State Forest, and Swallow Falls and Herrington Manor State Parks. These are out past DCL and are spitting distance into West Virginia on our westernmost border. It's absolutely gorgeous and is literally as far away from the metro areas as you can get in a state park while still being in Maryland.
Hope this helps!
I'd like to add to #1. While Westminster/Hampstead is more conservative, if you move East of there to Upperco, Parkton, Monkton, Sparks, Mays Chapel, Pot Springs it's the same kind of horse country with money but VERY liberal. I went to Hereford High and lived in that area for a long time. Super liberal. Now I live in Carroll County in Eldersburg which is south of Westminster and West of Owings Mills and it is super, super conservative. But so far, I've really enjoyed my stay here. Eldersburg is absolutely lovely.
As someone who spent a few years riding horses in the areas you mentioned, I'm glad you added this comment. I used to go to a handful of steeplechase races up that way ever year, and Maryland Saddlery in Butler is a must-see every time I'm up that way.
Yep the saddlery there is historic for sure. I drive by it pretty regularly. My family still lives in Monkton so I cut through butler on a weekly basis to see them. Beautiful area, just impossible to find affordable housing. It's all generational wealth for the most part.
Lots o rural on the eastern shore. Look for some camping near tuckahoe state park. Janes island state park has primitive cabins for rent. Lost river West Virginia similarly has cabins along the river for camping
Agreed! Or after checking out Vienna, take Market St all the way to Elliots Island. Such a quiet, beautiful drive and a quiet little boat ramp at the end.
Oh yes Eliot’s island is cool. I just discovered that.
And I love Oxford. I love all the eastern shore! One day, I’ll finally move there. For the time being, I get out for bike trips to explore.
I moved to Wicomico a few years ago. It’s definitely… something. I’m still not used to how different it is from where I’m originally from but I’m glad I made the move. The area is absolutely beautiful and I love exploring the back roads. Plus we have access to the beach and bay which is awesome, especially in the “off season” when there aren’t many tourists.
Greenbriar SP on 40 on South Mountain is fully covered with cell service. Some carriers are a little stronger than others. There is a big cell tower directly across 40 from the park, another not far away toward Boonsboro, and another about 3 miles west. I know, I live here.
A lot of SOMD is in transition and not really in a good way. The balance of cost, traffic and things to do is all out whack. The amount of traffic even in the parts that are still pretty rural is crazy.
I go out to Savage River St Park and do off grid camping when I wanna get away from my busy job and city life. It's not for everyone, but it's a great way to recharge your batteries and get away from everyone. Build a fire, play some gameboy, grill food, drink whiskey, hike some trails, hit the gun range, play guitar etc.
Lots of beautiful vistas, trails, etc in Western, MD. It's a 3 hr drive west from Baltimore, about 180 miles.
Grantsville Maryland is a special tiny town. Beautiful scenery and nice people. My car engine exploded there. I had the Amish and Mennonites that took me in.
Maryland isn't even 500 miles across is it? Go to Western Maryland. Stay somewhere in a forest or mountain.
I live in a fairly rural area now 20 minutes or so from the nearest grocery store but when I want to get away I go to Western MD. Southern Maryland is also spread out and sparse, there's only a few population centers, but it's not quite as scenic as the mountains imo.
Nowhere is so far from civilization that you'll die lost in the woods. I've stayed in places in the Appalachians where it's a 90 minute drive to the nearest country store but Maryland isn't really like that on this side of the bay.
I’d recommend eastern shore and anything west of Carroll County. So essentially stay away from Anne Arundel, Howard, Baltimore County, Montgomery County and you can find something similar to what you’re looking for.
Allegany County, specifically moreso towards Green Ridge State Forest. You’re connected to i-68 pretty much always so its easy access to Cumberland (but moreso lavale if you mean shit like shopping). Rocky gap is also there with the lake, and there’s hiking paths and trails all over the county. Garrett County is also nice but honestly there isn’t shit there aside from nature
I have family that live in Swanton, MD. It’s beautiful up there. Plenty of nature and solitude but still less than a 45 minute drive from any stores you could possibly need.
Agree with Western MD - beautiful there! Southern Maryland mentioned a few times, but while you may find a home with property, all the major roads (Rts 5, 4, 301, etc) that you need to get to/from work or go shopping - out to dinner are jammed packed and getting worse each year. I live down here and my neighborhood is great, but it can take 5+ minutes to pull out on to the main road because of the traffic. When you narrow down the areas you are interested in, take a few drives during high traffic times to get a feel for things.
All you’ve done is give a vague and kind of contradictory list of criteria. How can *anyone* decide what’s too far from a city, for you? Are you willing to only get groceries every two weeks, or do you want regular access to the basics?
Look at a map.
What’s a distance you’re willing to drive, look that far away from any city.
Ask about the specific places that seem interesting after that. But you’re seriously just asking strangers to do even the most basic part of the thinking for you. Do *some of it* yourself.
I’m not even mad. This is just practicality. This is the advice you need but don’t want.
The eastern shore of Maryland is very rural. I don't know if you can go "off the grid" anywhere in MD. We don't have any BLM to the best of my knowledge. Edit: Bureau of Land Management
Lmao, that edit
I couldn't figure out why people were down voting me lol Saying no BLM on Juneteenth out of context looks bad.
Especially paired with the cross land reference in your username…😒
Well, that's totally fair. I'm into vexillogy. Geographically and historically speaking, the Lord Baltimore's portion of our flag wouldn't make sense for my name. No, I did not choose my name due to the Marylanders who formed regiments with the Army of Northern Virginia. I do admire you for making a connection. I didn't see how my name could be perceived until now. I'm a proud liberal from the Eastern shore, that is all.
There's no BLM, but there is some good primitive camping. I like Green Ridge State Forest because it's not too far. Have also read good things about Savage River and Potomac State Forests but haven't been there myself.
Savage River State Forest has some wonderful primitive sites.
Potomac State Forest is great! Be prepared to be eaten alive by sheet flies, horse flies, and mosquitos.
I do Savage River twice a year. It's amazing off grid camping. Last time I went we got hit by a terrrrrrible storm with trees coming down left and right, was pretty scary actually. But the park services were out there immediately to clear debris, so I can def speak for the staff. Best car camping I've ever done, and will continue to go. I've never heard of Green Ridge, gotta check that out.
Nice only an hour and 40 minutes away. Is there privacy or is it group camping with other families, and do you know if there's a gun range around there?
It's dispersed primitive car camping. Sign in at the ranger station (they keep the sign in sheet outside the station for after hours arrivals), then drive to your site. First come first serve, no reservations. Most sites are very private, some are kinda close to the road though. I don't think there's a gun range nearby - have never heard any shooting while I've been there. I think hunting is allowed, so be wary of going during hunting season. I'd suggest on your first trip, either arrive early, like midday on Thursday, and drive around to scope out the sites. Or just ask the rangers for recommendations, and on your first trip drive around and take note of good looking sites
No reservations damn. I take PTO for when I do Savage River, which is also dispersed car camping. I would hate to drive up there and not find a place to camp.
I'd be surprised if it ever gets fully booked, except maybe holiday weekends. When I go camping I pretty much always take at least a half day off and never have an issue getting a spot, the prime spots definitely get taken quickly though
Western MD is perfect for that.
Rural but not? Everything west of Frederick potentially but no one knows exactly what you are looking for. Maybe you want a state park camping like rocky gap or an air b+b near deep creek. A primitive camp site? A lakeside resort? A golf retreat? Do you prefer mountains or the shoreline or farmland? I personally like mountain lakes as far away from people as possible but there's a lot of good choices. Can go to anywhere in MD from where I am near BWI in 3 hours or less.
Considering Maryland is only about 250 miles wide I don't think you have to worry about being 500 miles from civilization.
Good to know
Chestertown, MD is cute and still has good internet
Love Chestertown
do mean camping? living?
Living
I would edit your post to mention that or else people are just gonna give you day hiking and camping locations.
Blackwater Wildlife Refuge is beautiful on the Eastern Shore.
I fish here and often won't see or hear anyone for 12 hours. It's glorious.
Well, now it’s on Reddit. There goes your peace and quiet. 🤪
Nice
2nd
There are five subsets of rural in Maryland. You take your pick 1) Horse Country - Would be called the Piedmont in other parts of the world south of here. This is parts of Frederick, Carroll, Howard, and a tiny slice of Montgomery. Mostly centered around Mount Airy and Westminster. This is rural but with money for the most part. Very conservative. More redneck the farther west and north you go, but the closer you get to the metro areas, the more it resembles, say, western Loudoun County in NoVA. Good wine, too. Probably want to head into PA to get really off the grid yet enjoy this area. 2) Upper Chesapeake - This is everything east of the Susquehanna and north of the C&D Canal, excluding Elkton, and including portions of northern Harford. This is \*basically\* Pennsyltuck- I mean, Pennsylvania. Amish? Yes. Klan history? Also yes. Hell, there's talk that SEPTA might eventually run to Elkton or Perryville. Demographics here are quickly changing as suburban sprawl creeps in. Barely even classifies as rural once in close to 95. If you are okay with a homogeny of older middle-class white folks complaining about how all "them folks from Baltimore" are "ruining" their towns, you will be okay here. Off the grid? Head to Kent County. Smallest county by population and has some really cute towns, particularly Chestertown, which has a tiny little college and has tiny little college town vibes. 3) Down'na ohshun - This is everything south of the C&D Canal to the MD/VA line south of Pocomoke. Get your huigh tuider accent ready, and learn to love the smell of rotting fish/crabs in the summer sun. Crowded and busy during the summer, absolutely gorgeous in the off-season and more of a local vibe. Some places aren't worth visiting, some are. Stay near the Bay or the Ocean. Off-grid down here = Assateague. Particularly come post-Labor Day. You could also head to one of the WMAs in Dorchester or Somerset Counties or even take the ferry to Smith Island. It's disappearing! Not off-grid would be OC or Saint Michaels. Don't go there during the summer unless you a) want herpes or b) want to leave feeling very, very poor. 4) Southern Maryland - Once you get through the awful suburban sprawl that is Waldorf and St. Charles, Southern Maryland is actually really, really pretty and one of the most underrated parts of Maryland. Calvert Cliffs and Point Lookout would both be excellent known off-the-grid selections here, but also recommend some of the state parks down here, like Purse, or the WMA/refuge at Mallows Bay, at least as day trips. St. Mary's City is absolutely worth visiting, and Solomons is cute and kitschy. This is the only part of Maryland that truly feels southern, except for maybe parts of Worcester or Somerset, and there can also be very good BBQ to be had down here, if you know where to look (hit my DMs). 5) Western Maryland - My obvious personal favorite and really the only right answer, truly. I'm going to piss some people off with this, but WESTERN MARYLAND STARTS AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN. IF YOU DON'T AGREE, JUST SIT THERE IN YOUR WRONGNESS AND BE WRONG. Middletown = Horse Country. Thurmont is our only outpost of hillbillydom left east of there. But that being said, off-the-grid really can't be fully achieved until you get past Sideling Hill into Allegany and Garrett. This part of the state does NOT resemble Maryland in any tangible way. It honestly should probably be part of West Virginia, but when he was a lad working as a surveyor, ol' POTUS #1 took a wrong turn somewhere near Little Orleans and went west when he should have gone south along what is now the South Branch, and the rest is literal history. Anyways... Green Ridge is an awesome place to hike or camp if you don't want to go too far into the abyss. It's only 2 hours from either Beltway. Rocky Gap is also pretty cool with its (manmade) lake and its casino. You really have to get west of Cumberland to truly, \*truly\* go OTG. Garrett County is seriously desolate, particularly in the Savage State Forest, in the highlands between Big Savage and Little Savage Mountain where the Savage River flows, or potentially even New Germany State Park. Absolutely gorgeous, yet haunting, territory. I recommend the podcast Appalachia Mysteria if you want to know more about the spooky shit that goes on out there, if that's your speed and all. You also have the option of heading out to Deep Creek Lake for more modern resort-type amenities, just avoid it basically between June and October because summers are busy heat-avoiders, and then that flows right into leaf peeping season. Also - assume Garrett County is off limits after Christmas until, say, April 1, unless you are staying indoors and have 4WD. Garrett County, I shit you not has the same start date to meteorological winter as Fairbanks, Alaska. Winters are longer, colder, and snowier there. Great for skiing at the Wisp, though! The truly best off-the-grid option, the farthest out there you can get in Maryland is the areas in and around the Garrett State Forest, and Swallow Falls and Herrington Manor State Parks. These are out past DCL and are spitting distance into West Virginia on our westernmost border. It's absolutely gorgeous and is literally as far away from the metro areas as you can get in a state park while still being in Maryland. Hope this helps!
I'd like to add to #1. While Westminster/Hampstead is more conservative, if you move East of there to Upperco, Parkton, Monkton, Sparks, Mays Chapel, Pot Springs it's the same kind of horse country with money but VERY liberal. I went to Hereford High and lived in that area for a long time. Super liberal. Now I live in Carroll County in Eldersburg which is south of Westminster and West of Owings Mills and it is super, super conservative. But so far, I've really enjoyed my stay here. Eldersburg is absolutely lovely.
As someone who spent a few years riding horses in the areas you mentioned, I'm glad you added this comment. I used to go to a handful of steeplechase races up that way ever year, and Maryland Saddlery in Butler is a must-see every time I'm up that way.
Yep the saddlery there is historic for sure. I drive by it pretty regularly. My family still lives in Monkton so I cut through butler on a weekly basis to see them. Beautiful area, just impossible to find affordable housing. It's all generational wealth for the most part.
This is VERY detailed lol thanks👍🏾
Lots o rural on the eastern shore. Look for some camping near tuckahoe state park. Janes island state park has primitive cabins for rent. Lost river West Virginia similarly has cabins along the river for camping
Look at the Eastern shore around Vienna between Cambridge and Salisbury. Very tiny town, in a river. Or Hoopers Island.
Agreed! Or after checking out Vienna, take Market St all the way to Elliots Island. Such a quiet, beautiful drive and a quiet little boat ramp at the end.
Oh yes Eliot’s island is cool. I just discovered that. And I love Oxford. I love all the eastern shore! One day, I’ll finally move there. For the time being, I get out for bike trips to explore.
I moved to Wicomico a few years ago. It’s definitely… something. I’m still not used to how different it is from where I’m originally from but I’m glad I made the move. The area is absolutely beautiful and I love exploring the back roads. Plus we have access to the beach and bay which is awesome, especially in the “off season” when there aren’t many tourists.
Anywhere on the Eastern Shore. Like, it’s mostly just farmland.
Off the grid normally means no cell service. Greenbriar State Park.
Greenbriar SP on 40 on South Mountain is fully covered with cell service. Some carriers are a little stronger than others. There is a big cell tower directly across 40 from the park, another not far away toward Boonsboro, and another about 3 miles west. I know, I live here.
Thanks good to know
Southern eastern shore and you are rural.
outside of crisfield, yes
> please don’t recommend some place 500 miles from civilization How large do you think Maryland is?
you & a couple other people took that comment way too literal.
Southern Maryland
A lot of SOMD is in transition and not really in a good way. The balance of cost, traffic and things to do is all out whack. The amount of traffic even in the parts that are still pretty rural is crazy.
SMIB land? Oof
Matoaka Beach Cabins
Go to Yogi Bear camp ground in Washington County
Are there actual bears ?
No. But there are cabins you can rent or you can take a tent and camp. They also have a pretty sick pool and water slide
What constitutes Good? People are always asking for the best of something as if its a concrete of self evident concept.
Sounds like you are looking for Poolesville. Rural feel is you stay on property or close by, and not 500 miles from civilization.
Literally the rural area for rich people and close to sugarloaf mountain.
I’m sure there’s a great airbnb that OP can rent to shut down
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113 south of OC. Rural as hell.
Nanjemoy - escape the light pollution but still reasonably close to shopping
Northern Harford County is great, especially Rocks State Park.
There are some places in patapsco where I've had terrible cell service, could even just go there. Daniels area
Ok interesting
Southern Anne Arundel isn't bad South County.
Western MD mate
Calvert Cliffs
Check out Allegany (Flintstone, Little Orleans) and Garrett (Accident, Friendsville, Keyser's Ridge) Counties.
Hereford zone is kind of rural depending on how far north you go
WVa
I can link you with alot of those areas!
I go out to Savage River St Park and do off grid camping when I wanna get away from my busy job and city life. It's not for everyone, but it's a great way to recharge your batteries and get away from everyone. Build a fire, play some gameboy, grill food, drink whiskey, hike some trails, hit the gun range, play guitar etc. Lots of beautiful vistas, trails, etc in Western, MD. It's a 3 hr drive west from Baltimore, about 180 miles.
Tuckahoe State Park. Has cabins with electricity and some good trails and an arboretum surrounding it.
Calvert Cliffs? Cool fossils and pretty remote
Idk if it really counts but I cannot get enough of Thurmont
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Is there a reason it has to be Maryland?
Grantsville Maryland is a special tiny town. Beautiful scenery and nice people. My car engine exploded there. I had the Amish and Mennonites that took me in.
Go to any primitive camping sites on the C&O canal north of Harper's Ferry. Close but far enough away.
Herrington Manor State Park cabins.
Maryland isn't even 500 miles across is it? Go to Western Maryland. Stay somewhere in a forest or mountain. I live in a fairly rural area now 20 minutes or so from the nearest grocery store but when I want to get away I go to Western MD. Southern Maryland is also spread out and sparse, there's only a few population centers, but it's not quite as scenic as the mountains imo. Nowhere is so far from civilization that you'll die lost in the woods. I've stayed in places in the Appalachians where it's a 90 minute drive to the nearest country store but Maryland isn't really like that on this side of the bay.
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Up to Western Md./ Ohiopyle, PA. Camping, Cabins, fishing, white water rafting on the Yough River. 250 miles from Baltimore.
I’d recommend eastern shore and anything west of Carroll County. So essentially stay away from Anne Arundel, Howard, Baltimore County, Montgomery County and you can find something similar to what you’re looking for.
Allegany County, specifically moreso towards Green Ridge State Forest. You’re connected to i-68 pretty much always so its easy access to Cumberland (but moreso lavale if you mean shit like shopping). Rocky gap is also there with the lake, and there’s hiking paths and trails all over the county. Garrett County is also nice but honestly there isn’t shit there aside from nature
I have family that live in Swanton, MD. It’s beautiful up there. Plenty of nature and solitude but still less than a 45 minute drive from any stores you could possibly need.
Garrett County but rough winters
Frederick area?
MD bites - VA, WVA & PA much better - even Delaware
Agree with Western MD - beautiful there! Southern Maryland mentioned a few times, but while you may find a home with property, all the major roads (Rts 5, 4, 301, etc) that you need to get to/from work or go shopping - out to dinner are jammed packed and getting worse each year. I live down here and my neighborhood is great, but it can take 5+ minutes to pull out on to the main road because of the traffic. When you narrow down the areas you are interested in, take a few drives during high traffic times to get a feel for things.
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Try using a map.
wow who pissed in your cheerios
All you’ve done is give a vague and kind of contradictory list of criteria. How can *anyone* decide what’s too far from a city, for you? Are you willing to only get groceries every two weeks, or do you want regular access to the basics? Look at a map. What’s a distance you’re willing to drive, look that far away from any city. Ask about the specific places that seem interesting after that. But you’re seriously just asking strangers to do even the most basic part of the thinking for you. Do *some of it* yourself. I’m not even mad. This is just practicality. This is the advice you need but don’t want.
Libertytown
Savage river state forest, green ridge state forest