The motorist traveling that section of the National Old Trails between Baltimore and Hagerstown will cover a distance of 71 miles. The course extends slightly southwest to Elli-cott City, then trends in a northwesterly direction through Frederick and Boonsboro to Hagerstown. The roadbed thru this section is of such construction that it is usually in exceptionally good condition and permits of fair time being made. In addition to the Patapsco River, which is crossed at Ellicott City, another, the Monocacy, is crossed just before reaching Frederick. The country is mostly level altho a few slight grades are occasionally encountered, particularly so between Frederick and Hagerstown where the motorist crosses the extreme northern end of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The highway skirts the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and several crossings are necessary.

The natural scenery in Maryland has been long and justly admired for its variety and beauty. Rivers and streams well wooded on their banks are found all over the state, and hill and mountain diversify these in a most attractive manner. Among the birds of the state conspicuous for their bright plumage are the bluejay, the tanager, glancing like a scarlet flame, and the oriole, gay with the Maryland colors of orange and black and distinguished by its name of the Baltimore Oriole. The wild flowers of the state grow profusely by wood and stream and the traveling motorist will find dreams of outdoor loveliness everywhere. ~ So. Cal Auto Club Guide