Fun Fact: In Which Counties Can You Explore the Best Cherry Blossoms this Spring?

Spring has sprung, and with it comes the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossoms! While Washington D.C. may be renowned for its stunning cherry blossom displays and festival, several counties in Maryland offer equally enchanting viewing spots, minus the bustling crowds.

The tradition of planting cherry blossom trees in Washington D.C. dates back to 1912, when the people of Japan gifted them as a symbol of friendship to the people of the United States, as noted by NPS.gov.

According to the National Park Service, the peak cherry blossom bloom is expected to grace Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia from March 23rd to March 27th. While D.C. draws crowds from near and far to witness this natural spectacle, Maryland also boasts its fair share of picturesque locations to experience the cherry blossoms in all their glory.

For those seeking a serene alternative, various viewing spots can be found across Maryland, including Baltimore City, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George’s Counties.

Baltimore City:

  • Fort McHenry – 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, Maryland
    • The grounds of Ft. McHenry have beautiful trees throughout.

Howard County:

  • Centennial Park – 1000 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, Maryland
    • You can view from your car or walk the loop in the park

Montgomery County:

  • Montgomery County has over 25 public parks that have cherry blossom trees. HERE is the interactive map to find the different locations.
  • Brookside Garden
    • The Gardens have 26 Yoshino and weeping cherry trees
  • South Germantown Recreational Park and its HeartSmart Trail
  • Kenwood Neighborhood
    • Kennedy Drive, Dorset Avenue and Kenwood Avenue have some of the best views.

Prince George’s County:

  • National Harbor – Oxon Hill, MD
    • View from land, or you can rent paddle boats and view from the water too.

These are only a few of the locations to view the beautiful cherry blossoms within Maryland. Please see Where to See Cherry Blossoms in DC, Maryland and Virginia, for more information including maps of the different locations.

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