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Baltimore County will amaze you with its beauty in the fall. Leaf lovers, feast your eyes on the gorgeous foliage at five of Maryland’s best parks.   At Gunpowder Falls State Park, you’ll find yourself surrounded by towering trees in all different stages of seasonal color-change as you hike along the river or relax in a quiet spot. Follow the...

Let Baltimore County sweep you off your feet this fall. From stunning nature walks to fine dining, you’ll find plenty of opportunities for romance on your stay.   After settling in, change into your walking shoes and make the most of a beautiful day at scenic Oregon Ridge Park. Nature lovers will enjoy a casual stroll or heart-pumping hike...

  Baltimore County is a horse lover’s paradise, with a variety of horseback riding experiences for all ages, skill levels, and abilities. Trot along trails, canter around the arena, and spend some quality time with family or friends in the company of these majestic creatures. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned equestrian,...

Sunny Escapes Waking up to clear skies? Start the day at Oregon Ridge Park, once the site of a 19th-century iron ore and marble mining operation. Entrepreneurs at that time built an iron-smelting furnace along the Oregon Branch stream to process the iron ore efficiently and economically. The furnace operated from 1844 to 1858 and produced, at its peak,...