Fall Road Trips in Maryland
Routes
30
Avg Distance
174 mi
Avg Drive
3h 41m
Destinations
25
Maryland in the fall offers a diverse range of driving experiences, with 30 routes averaging 175 miles and 222 minutes. You'll find drives with scores up to 9, max elevations reaching over 2,000 feet, and plenty of park access. This season is perfect for exploring the state's varied landscapes, from coastal plains to the Appalachian foothills, as the foliage transforms.
Climate through the year: Maryland
Maryland peaks at around 89°F in Jul and cools to 43°F / 25°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jul at ~4.5 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43 | 25 | 3.1 | 6.4 |
| Feb | 46 | 27 | 2.9 | 7.5 |
| Mar | 55 | 34 | 4 | 2.8 |
| Apr | 67 | 44 | 3.4 | — |
| May | 76 | 53 | 3.9 | — |
| Jun | 84 | 63 | 4 | — |
| Jul | 89 | 68 | 4.5 | — |
| Aug | 87 | 66 | 4.1 | — |
| Sep peak | 80 | 59 | 4.4 | — |
| Oct peak | 68 | 47 | 3.9 | — |
| Nov peak | 57 | 37 | 3.1 | 0.1 |
| Dec | 48 | 30 | 3.7 | 2.5 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for MD — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Check the weather forecast for your route, not just your origin and destination.
- Bring layers for shoulder-season travel — mornings and evenings can be much cooler than midday.
- Maryland routes can vary in condition depending on the time of year. Check for construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Routes
Editor's pick
Clinton, MD → Clayton, NC
Through: Norfolk → Va Beach → Rocky Mount +1 more
This lengthy, mostly highway route scores a 9 and covers 284 miles with mostly flat terrain. It's a solid choice for covering distance while still offering access to parks along the way.
Editor's pick
Salisbury, MD → Frostburg, MD
Through: Severna Park
With a drive score of 9, this 249-mile trip climbs to an impressive 2,065 feet. The mix of highway and surface roads takes you through gently rolling terrain with park access.
Editor's pick
Cambridge, MD → Cumberland, MD
Through: Severna Park
This 207-mile route, also scoring a 9, offers a journey through gently rolling terrain with a maximum elevation of 1,159 feet. It provides a good balance of driving time and scenic exploration with park access.
Oakland, MD → Essex, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Cumberland, MD → Elkton, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Hagerstown, MD → Berlin, MD
Through: Baltimore → Washington → Rehoboth
Mountain Lake Park, MD → Baltimore, MD
Through: Towson → Glen Burnie
Frederick, MD → Crisfield, MD
Through: Baltimore → Washington → Rehoboth +1 more
Oakland, MD → Bethesda, MD
Through: Washington → Baltimore
South Bel Air, MD → La Vale, MD
Through: Local Traffic
Annapolis, MD → Frostburg, MD
Through: Towson → Local Traffic
Westernport, MD → Essex, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Ocean City, MD → Frederick, MD
Through: Severna Park
Gaithersburg, MD → Crisfield, MD
Through: College Park → Rehoboth → Ocean City
Snow Hill, MD → Frederick, MD
Through: Dover → Severna Park
Cumberland, MD → North Bel Air, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Cumberland, MD → Bel Air, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Salisbury, MD → Brunswick, MD
Through: Severna Park → Leesburg
La Vale, MD → Annapolis, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie
Salisbury, MD → Thurmont, MD
Through: Severna Park → Hyattstown
Bowie, MD → Lonaconing, MD
Through: Silver Spring → Baltimore
New Mexico, MD → Ocean City, MD
Through: Rehoboth
Westernport, MD → Gwynn Oak, MD
Through: Baltimore
Westernport, MD → Catonsville, MD
Through: Baltimore
Ocean City, MD → Fort Washington, MD
Through: Forest Heights
Bowie, MD → La Vale, MD
Through: Silver Spring → Baltimore
New Mexico, MD → Willards, MD
Through: Rehoboth → Ocean City
Montgomery Village, MD → Ocean Pines, MD
Through: College Park → Rehoboth
Salisbury, MD → Taneytown, MD
Through: Severna Park → Towson → Reisterstown
Frostburg, MD → Laurel, MD
Through: Clarksville