Outdoor Recreation in the Mid Atlantic Region
Beyond the skyline of downtown and the majestic marble monuments that line the National Mall, Washington, DC unravels into beautiful neighborhoods, natural landscapes, picturesque parks, scenic hiking and biking trails, historic estates and spectacular golf courses. Kayak or paddle along the waters of the Potomac River past America''''s founding fathers, cycle through beautiful Rock Creek Park, or walk the breathtaking grounds of George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Whether you are into biking, boating, hiking, fishing, or golf, Washington, DC is our nation’s most historic outdoor treasure.
Washington, DC’s national and city parks offer endless recreational and sports activities, such as walking, jogging, biking, fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, playing softball and picnicking. Following the Anacostia River, Anacostia Park is one of Washington, DC's largest recreation areas with over 1200 beautiful acres for nature walks, bike rides, golf and boating. From Georgetown to Great Falls, Virginia, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historic Park - dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries - offers exciting outdoor recreation, including bicycling, walking, fishing, boating and touring. Georgetown Waterfront Park is a relaxing and beautiful setting along the Potomac River with space for walking, picnicking, bicycling and skating. Enjoy the wonders of nature and an array of outdoor action at these urban parks: Benjamin Banneker Park, Bartholdi Park, Battery Kemble Park, East Potomac Park - Hains Point, Fort Dupont Park, Fort Totten Park, Francis Scott Key Park, Friendship "Turtle" Park and Meridian Hill Park (Malcolm X Park).
From its rolling mountains to its beautiful sandy shores, the Chesapeake Bay to the Potomac River, Maryland is a place of incredible beauty and endless outdoor space for hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, surfing, canoeing, kayaking, boating, rock climbing, horseback riding and exploring. Catch the big one from a fishing pier or deep sea charters, hike the Western Maryland Rail Trail, kayak or paddle the waters of the Potomac River or Assateague National Island Seashore, and enjoy the thrill of the hunt at one of Maryland’s state hunting grounds like Big Run State Park. With so much diversity, beauty and history, Maryland is a state of adventure and fun.
From the Blue Ridge Mountain to the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay to the verdant rolling hills of the Piedmont, Virginia is a beautiful destination that inspires your sense of adventure. Home to 35 state parks that were voted “America’s Best, “ including Shenandoah National Park, miles of exquisite coastline and beaches, hundreds if miles of trails, and spectacular seasonal backdrops, Virginia is teeming with outdoor activities - from surfing blue waves to exploring deep caverns. Whether you hike mountainous, lush green trails or bike on sandy, palm lined boardwalks, Virginia is the Mid-Atlantic’s perfect playground.
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From the vibrant parks of Washington, DC to the magnificent coastline of Virginia Beach and Ocean City to the Shenandoah Valley, the Mid-Atlantic region offers a diversity of vacation retreats and family-friendly hotels near all the action! Whether you are looking for a relaxing getaway by the beach or a hiking adventure on the Appalachian Trail, the Ramada Hotels of the Mid-Atlantic offer beautiful accommodations, impressive services and deluxe lifestyle amenities everywhere you play in Virginia, Maryland and the Washington, DC Area.
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