US East Christmas in Maryland

[T_Polo]

Hello All, I will be visiting Reisterstown, MD over Christmas and would like some guidance on keeping a family tradition. I'm from Denver, CO and every Christmas we go to the Red Rocks Amphitheater to watch sunrise. Does any one know of a good spot, within 20 - 30 minutes of Reisterstown to view the sunrise?

 

[wigsajumper]

Looks like Boonsboro is a good distance away. Was thinking the Washington Monument State park but looks like it is closed until 10am during the winter. Hope someone has some suggestions for you.

Washington Monument State Park

An official website of the State of Maryland.

dnr.maryland.gov

 

[ZombieCat]

Hmmm…not many exciting places nearby. You could pop over to Liberty Reservoir.
If you’re willing to drive further, Harpers Ferry is worthwhile. Park at the train station for free if you have a National Parks Pass, then walk uphill to the ruins of the old church along the Appalachian Trail. Watch the sunrise over the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. Very beautiful on a nice morning.
Take a thermos of hot beverages and a packed breakfast, then enjoy the historic town. Walk out onto the train trestle bridge, too. If it’s icy, be cautious driving on the steep streets.

 

[John Bishop]

It’s going to be difficult to compete with Red Rocks in Reisterstown, being in the middle heavy urban sprawl.
I’m trying to think of somewhere, but not having any success at the moment. I’ll post again if I have somewhere to suggest.
Maybe Liberty reservoir, out rt 26 towards Eldersburg. It’s been years since I’ve spent any time around there.

 

[John Bishop]

I did a little google-foo and came up with these websites;

Sunrise in Baltimore: 10 Beautiful Spots to Watch the Sunrise

Sunrise in Baltimore: 10 Beautiful Parks and Rooftops to Watch the Sunrise

www.holidify.com

Best Places To Watch The Sunrise In Maryland

These are the best places to watch the sunrise in Maryland that you shouldn’t miss out on when visiting this beautiful state.

www.outdooren.com

Hope that gives you some viable options!

 

[T_Polo]

Looks like Boonsboro is a good distance away. Was thinking the Washington Monument State park but looks like it is closed until 10am during the winter. Hope someone has some suggestions for you.

Washington Monument State Park

An official website of the State of Maryland.

dnr.maryland.gov

Thank you for the suggestion.
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[T_Polo]

Hmmm…not many exciting places nearby. You could pop over to Liberty Reservoir.
If you’re willing to drive further, Harpers Ferry is worthwhile. Park at the train station for free if you have a National Parks Pass, then walk uphill to the ruins of the old church along the Appalachian Trail. Watch the sunrise over the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. Very beautiful on a nice morning.
Take a thermos of hot beverages and a packed breakfast, then enjoy the historic town. Walk out onto the train trestle bridge, too. If it’s icy, be cautious driving on the steep streets.

Awesome. I'll look into it. Thanks!

 

[T_Polo]

It’s going to be difficult to compete with Red Rocks in Reisterstown, being in the middle heavy urban sprawl.
I’m trying to think of somewhere, but not having any success at the moment. I’ll post again if I have somewhere to suggest.
Maybe Liberty reservoir, out rt 26 towards Eldersburg. It’s been years since I’ve spent any time around there.

Thank you. I'll Google that spot.

 

[T_Polo]

I did a little google-foo and came up with these websites;

Sunrise in Baltimore: 10 Beautiful Spots to Watch the Sunrise

Sunrise in Baltimore: 10 Beautiful Parks and Rooftops to Watch the Sunrise

www.holidify.com

Best Places To Watch The Sunrise In Maryland

These are the best places to watch the sunrise in Maryland that you shouldn’t miss out on when visiting this beautiful state.

www.outdooren.com

Hope that gives you some viable options!

Thank you.