Welcome to Amanda in Motion—your go-to guide for adventure in the Baltimore and DC area! Let’s chase mountaintop views, hit the open road with the windows down, unwind by the campfire, and paddle through hidden waterways. I’m here to share the best-kept secrets, insider tips, and all the outdoor inspiration you need to escape the daily grind and make the most of your weekends. Adventure is closer than you think—let’s make it happen!
New River Gorge in the Fall: What to See, Where to Eat & the Perfect Weekend Itinerary
If you’re planning a fall getaway and want something cozy, beautiful, and a little bit wild… NRG should be at the very top of your list.
5 Outdoorsy Day Trips from Baltimore & DC (All Within 3 Hours)
These spots are perfect if you just gotta get away, but don’t have a ton of time.
Best Mid-Atlantic Waterfall Hikes for Summer
If you’re anything like me, summer weekends are made for chasing waterfalls.
The Best Wildflower Hikes Within 3 Hours of Baltimore
Scenic Trails in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia & West Virginia for Peak Bloom Season
My Local’s Guide to Annapolis: Best Hikes, Paddles and Eats
Don’t sleep on this charming waterfront town for outdoor adventure.
How to Plan the Perfect Day at Calvert Cliffs State Park
Dramatic Cliffs, fossils and the Chesapeake Bay… can your day get any better?
Ricketts Glen State Park: Discover Pennsylvania’s Best Waterfall Hike
Discover Pennsylvania’s best waterfall hike.
The Best Mid-Atlantic State Parks Worth a Stop
These state parks promise unforgettable waterfalls, breathtaking landscapes and perfect sunsets.
Your Guide for Camping at Assateague Island National Seashore
Whats better than sleeping under the stars with wild horses?
How to Plan the Best Sunset Paddle on the Chesapeake Bay
Dont sleep on the Chesapeake for insane sunsets!
Where to Stay in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia
Three unique ways to experience this bucketlist destination.
10 Best Sunset Hikes in the Mid-Atlantic
No gate keeping here! These are the best spots to watch the sunset.
The Best Maryland Hiking Trails for the Winter (from a local)
If you’re anything like me, all of your favorite hobbies are outdoors. I love hiking, kayaking and just being outside. This really puts a damper on things when the temperatures dip below freezing. It’s no secret that I’m a summer girl. I love…
How to Plan a Trip to Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Country
Along the Atlantic coast of Maryland, between the ocean and the Chesapeake Bay, is a region that remains often unseen by travelers. This area, known to locals as the Eastern Shore, Bay Country, Across the bridge or Chesapeake Country. Whatever you call it,…
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