Road Trips from Hagerstown, MD
Hagerstown is a good launchpad for trips that mix driving with nature. You've got options ranging from short, 1.5-hour drives to parks with generally flat or gently rolling terrain, all the way up to longer, 3-4 hour excursions. Many of these routes pass by or are near significant historical parks, offering a blend of scenic driving and historical exploration. Consider these if you want a straightforward drive with park access, or if you’re looking to explore a bit further afield.
Total Routes
28
Shortest
0.5h
With Parks Nearby
28
Under 2 hours
23 total in this range
Parole, MD
1h 52m93.5 mi one way
This 93.5-mile drive is a solid option if you want a route with a high drive score (9/10) and access to multiple national parks like Antietam and Harpers Ferry, all within under two hours. The terrain is mostly flat, making for an easy drive. It's a longer option than some to the west, but offers similar park proximity.
Arnold, MD
1h 48m88.4 mi one way
At 88.4 miles and taking about 1.8 hours, this route offers a high drive score of 9. It shares park proximity with nearby Antietam and Harpers Ferry National Historical Parks. The mostly flat terrain makes it an easy trip, comparable in length and drive quality to the route to Parole.
Pumphrey, MD
1h 28m73.9 mi one way
This is one of the closest options at 73.9 miles, taking only 1.5 hours. It features a drive score of 8 and primarily uses surface roads with gently rolling terrain. You still have access to major parks like Antietam and Harpers Ferry nearby. It's a shorter, more direct drive than those heading further east.
Brooklyn Park, MD
1h 32m75.3 mi one way
Clocking in at 75.3 miles and 1.5 hours, this route has a drive score of 8 and features mostly surface roads with gently rolling terrain. Like other nearby destinations, it offers access to significant parks such as Antietam and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. It’s a comparable drive to Pumphrey, just slightly longer.
Fort George G Mead Junction, MD
1h 28m71.8 mi one way
This 71.8-mile trip takes approximately 1.5 hours with a drive score of 8. The route is mostly surface roads with gently rolling terrain. It provides access to nearby national parks including Antietam and Harpers Ferry. It's the shortest drive to a destination with similar park access and terrain.
Full-day getaway
Cambridge, MD
3h 7m143.3 mi one way
If you're looking for a longer drive, this 143.3-mile trip takes about 3.1 hours. It has a strong drive score of 9 and passes near Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park, in addition to others like Antietam. The terrain is gently rolling, offering a different feel than the flatter western routes.
Easton, MD
2h 44m127.6 mi one way
This 127.6-mile drive takes around 2.7 hours and boasts a drive score of 9. The route is primarily mixed highway and surface roads with mostly flat terrain. It's a good option for a longer day trip that still keeps you within reach of parks like Antietam and Harpers Ferry.
Chesapeake Ranch Estates, MD
2h 57m129.8 mi one way
At 129.8 miles and taking 3 hours, this route has a drive score of 8 and uses mostly surface roads. The terrain is mostly flat. It offers access to parks like the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Antietam Battlefield. This is a longer drive than many, heading toward the coast.
Fallston, MD
2h 2m96.2 mi one way
Weekend trip
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Parole, MD
1h 52m93.5 mi one way
Arnold, MD
1h 48m88.4 mi one way
Cambridge, MD
3h 7m143.3 mi one way
Berlin, MD
4h 12m188.2 mi one way
Cambridge, MD
3h 7m143.3 mi one way
Easton, MD
2h 44m127.6 mi one way
Pikesville, MD
1h 25m70.7 mi one way
Owings Mills, MD
1h 27m73.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions with the potential for blooming nature near the numerous parks accessible from Hagerstown.
Summer
Summer drives are well-suited to the mostly flat and gently rolling terrain, with parks offering opportunities for outdoor activity.
Fall
Fall colors could enhance the driving experience, especially on routes near the historical parks noted in the trip options.
Winter
Winter drives are feasible with mostly flat terrain, though park accessibility might be affected by weather conditions.
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