Weekend Beach Getaways

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Definitely one of the best perks of Baltimore's location is its close proximity to other large cities, the mountains and the ocean! Now that summer has officially begun and July 4th weekend is near, it is time to start planning a weekend getaway to the beach! Luckily, we have many different options, all within driving distance. Here are several ideas to inspire your next beach trip:

Assateague Island, Maryland and Virginia
Assateague Island offers a myriad of attractions and outdoor experiences, including kayaking, bird watching, crabbing, fishing, hunting and biking! If you looking for an experience other than laying on the beach, Assateague Island is your ideal location for a weekend trip. Of course, laying out on the beach is still an option, as there is more than 37 miles of beach on the island. Assateague Island is located in Berlin, MD and is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes away from Baltimore, by car.

Cape May, New Jersey
No, Cape May is not where "Jersey Shore" was filmed. Rather, Cape May is located on the southern tip of the New Jersey shore and is home to a beachside "promenade," as opposed to a traditional boardwalk. Local attractions and adventures include parasailing, fishing, whale watching, skydiving, wineries and more! The drive to Cape May is approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes.

Ocean City, Maryland
If you live in Maryland, visiting Ocean City is a rite of passage! Ocean City's first boardwalk was constructed in 1900 and quickly became a tourist destination, with visitors reaching OC by railroad. Ocean City shores stretch 10 miles up to the Delaware/Maryland border. Today, the boardwalk offers 3 miles of food, fun, shopping and more! The drive to Ocean City is 2 hours, 45 minutes.

Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Not only is Rehoboth Beach known as "The Nation's Summer Capital," but it has been named "The Best Family Beach on the East Coast" and "America's Best Boardwalk." Tree-lined streets, beach boardwalks and shopping await visitors at Rehoboth. A road trip to Rehoboth Beach is around 2 and a half hours.

The shores of the Atlantic Ocean await you, so what are YOU waiting for? With so many beaches within driving distance of your apartment home at McHenry Row, all you need to do is fill up the tank and hit the highway!