Best Backpacking Trails In The Continental US
A brief profile of five of the best backtracking trails in the continental United States
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A brief profile of five of the best backtracking trails in the continental United States
Vacationers might be interested in visiting one of these under-the-radar national parks to get away from the large crowds and heavy traffic in the most popular parks, like Yosemite, Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon.
With the passing of a cold front overnight, it appears sunny and drier conditions are prevailing.
We need to mention spotty sprinkles or showers again Thursday afternoon. Otherwise short-term looks pretty much OK.
A moisture-starved cold front associated with the Great Lakes disturbance will cross the region this afternoon.
Radar is showing some bands of rain or showers moving from west to east across the region, so I thought a simple wording of "rain at times" would work out for the afternoon.
An aquatic hitchhiker, which caused millions in damage, is being spotted in Maryland in the upper Chesapeake Bay.
Clouds should manage to dim the sun at times around here Wednesday. That plume of moisture in the mid and upper levels will eventually be pushing off shore early Wednesday night, and the sky should become mostly clear late Wednesday night.
While Friday is starting out fairly sunny and chilly, the afternoon will be quite mild. And as a cold front, which is currently bringing some shower activity to the eastern Great Lakes and Ohio early this morning, reaches the I-95 corridor this evening, there will at least be more in the way of clouds seen around here.
The great beginning to the day will feature a fair amount of sunshine, and winds generally out of the south and southwest will be fairly light.
A nice weather pattern-- which we've been enjoying for much of the week-- only looks like it'll be every bit as pleasant Thursday and Friday.
Rounds of showers and thunderstorms will continue until the remnant center of Isaac clears us later this week.
A few showers and thunderstorms erupted over the central Appalachians Monday, and these managed to drift into Baltimore (at least the showers did) shortly after 7 o'clock Monday evening.
A frontal zone separating hot summery air from cooler Atlantic air will stretch from eastern Ontario to just east of the Delaware River. Moisture converging across the frontal zone will bring patchy clouds and a few scattered mainly afternoon thunderstorms north of the city.
A few showers during the night have brought some welcome rain to the Greater Baltimore Area, but most of these have been very light, only managing about a tenth of an inch.
It's been a part of Baltimore for more than a quarter of a century. The Lady Maryland is a living classroom, providing hands-on educational programming for thousands of students.
Calling it windy rather than breezy Thursday afternoon as some gusts are exceeding 30 knots and we took the high up slightly.
Rain overspreads the area this morning and continues into the afternoon - most of the rain will be light-- totaling 0.20-0.40 in most places. Patchy fog will occur in the damp air.
Dry weather is anticipated in the Greater Baltimore Area over the next several days.
A large ridge of high pressure is still dominating the eastern weather scene early today, bringing a mainly clear sky and yielding temperatures mostly in the 30s and 40s.
On the surface weather map this morning we have strong high pressure centered across upstate New York delivering plenty of dry, cool low level air.
An upper-air disturbance has been hanging back to the west today, even though it's trying to clear the coast. The cold air aloft has still helped to trigger a shower and brief downpour in parts of the area this afternoon.
Maryland Sen. Ben Cardin says he won't be able to speak before an ecosystems conference in Baltimore because of an expected vote in Washington on the raising the nation's debt ceiling.
There was lots of excitement at the Inner Harbor Monday morning as the Pride of Baltimore II left on a long goodwill mission.
The Pride of Baltimore II will be setting sail on a five-month voyage to ports along the East Coast, Great Lakes and in Canada.
An Anne Arundel County man was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for selling cocaine, fentanyl and other drugs, according to the Maryland State's Attorney's Office.
Baltimore neighbors could face fines for failing to clear snow from their sidewalks and parking spots, Mayor Brandon Scott said.
A Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert will remain in effect in Baltimore from Wednesday night through Monday, Feb. 9, as the state could see snow and blustery cold weather this weekend.
A man and a woman were killed in a double shooting in Baltimore early Wednesday morning, according to police.
A child suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound at an elementary school in Glen Burnie, according to Anne Arundel County police.
A child suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound at an elementary school in Glen Burnie, according to Anne Arundel County police.
Chance of snow and extreme cold have prompted Friday and Saturday Alert Days.
An Anne Arundel County man was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for selling cocaine, fentanyl and other drugs, according to the Maryland State's Attorney's Office.
Baltimore neighbors could face fines for failing to clear snow from their sidewalks and parking spots, Mayor Brandon Scott said.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Maryland's biggest flag distributor, CRW Flags, gets ready for Fourth of July.
The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum in Maryland talks Black History Month.
Michael Goldberg, CPR Baltimore, is spreading important knowledge to the public with hands on CPR training.
Nature’s Pantry in Maryland is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Baltimore’s City Cruises talks Valentine’s Day ideas.
Doyle takes over a unit that was phenomenal in 2024 before regressing this season as two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson dealt with injury problems.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
The Cleveland Browns hired former Baltimore Ravens Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken to be the team's head coach.
The Anne Arundel County native and guard with the Memphis Grizzlies will play in the 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge, which includes the league's best first and second-year players, along with stars from the NBA's G League.
The Baltimore Ravens have hired defensive-minded Jesse Minter as their new head coach, the team announced on Thursday.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies lapsed until the House takes it up.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
The White House held an event with a bipartisan group of governors to push for reforms in the largest electric grid in the country.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Maryland could see light snow fall, blustery winds and freezing weather on Friday into Saturday.
Chance of snow and extreme cold have prompted Friday and Saturday Alert Days.
Snow chances continue this week in Maryland
More snow chances in Maryland this week
Couple chances for snow this week in Maryland
Former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn is running for Rep. Steny Hoyer's congressional seat.
Dr. Jill Biden’s ex-husband has been charged with murdering his wife.
Maryland could see light snow fall, blustery winds and freezing weather on Friday into Saturday.
President Trump signed a funding bill that ended a partial government shutdown.
FBI and Arizona law enforcement officials are investigating a ransom note that was delivered to a TV station in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.