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.
The first accumulating snow of the season is winding down. Leftover snow showers and slick spots continue.
The body of a Maryland boater was found nearly three weeks after he was reported missing in the Chesapeake Bay, according to the State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Police.
Baltimore launched an initiative aimed at supporting minors and young families at risk of experiencing homelessness.
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) updated how historical homicides are reported to follow the FBI's National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), officials said.
Some school districts in the Baltimore area are delayed on Friday, Dec. 5, as winter weather brings snow to Maryland.
The body of a Maryland boater was found nearly three weeks after he was reported missing in the Chesapeake Bay, according to the State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Police.
Snow showers and light snow will leave a coating of snow from the Baltimore metro and points south Friday
Baltimore launched an initiative aimed at supporting minors and young families at risk of experiencing homelessness.
The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (MDPSCS) says it is fixing a heating system issue in the Youth Detention Center in Baltimore City.
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) updated how historical homicides are reported to follow the FBI's National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), officials said.
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.
WJZ visits Krampus Haunted House at East Point Mall in Baltimore.
Boumi Shriners held their third annual FEZtival of Trees in Baltimore.
Black Barn Alpacas in Maryland will host "Fleece" Navidad in Finksburg.
WJZ is at BLK Swan in Baltimore to learn about the return of their Jazz Brunch event.
Martin's West in Maryland has the secret to the best Thanksgiving mac and cheese.
Lamar Jackson and Aaron Rodgers — six MVPs between them — have remarkably never faced each other. It's finally happening this weekend.
The Baltimore Ravens extended tight end Mark Andrews' contract by three more years, the team announced on Wednesday.
Reliever Ryan Helsley and the Baltimore Orioles finalized a $28 million, two-year contract on Monday, a deal that includes a player option for 2027.
Joe Burrow threw two touchdown passes, and the Bengals snapped Baltimore's five-game winning streak with a 32-14 win over the fumble-prone Ravens.
Olympic Gold medalist and Maryland native Quincy Wilson has committed to the University of Maryland's Track and Field Program, Head Coach Andrew Valmon announced.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
"Any document signed" by Biden with an autopen "is hereby terminated," President Trump said.
A National Guard member died in the wake of the shooting near the White House, President Trump said.
Federal immigration authorities said Wednesday they have paused processing requests from Afghan nationals, after a man from Afghanistan was identified as the suspect in the D.C. National Guard shooting.
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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
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.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
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.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
The first accumulating snow of the season is winding down. Leftover snow showers and slick spots continue.
Parts of Maryland saw light snow and accumulation on Friday morning. Cold temperatures are expected to return to the region next week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
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The Chesapeake and Delaware Canal in Maryland was created for Baltimore merchants in need of a shortcut between the Chesapeake Bay and the Delaware River. Irish immigrants used shovels and picks to dig the 14-mile canal mostly by hand. It opened on Oct. 17, 1829, and became known as the sailors' highway. Nearly 200 years later, the canal is responsible for about 40% of Baltimore’s shipping traffic.
Phones may get pricier in 2026 due to a boom in artificial intelligence.
Questions were raised about the legality of air strikes after a new attack on an alleged drug boat.
The body of missing Maryland boater Lonnie Johnson was found near Taylors Island nearly three weeks after he was reported missing, according to the Department of Natural Resources Police.
A Florida man was arrested in Maryland after telling a BWI Airport employee that he had an explosive device, according to Maryland Transportation Authority Police. The incident prompted a lockdown at one of the terminals.