Charles Street is a designated scenic route in Maryland, about 12 km (7 mi) long.
Charles Street, known for most of its route as Maryland Route 139 (MD 139), runs through Baltimore and the Towson area of Baltimore County. On the north end, it terminates at an intersection with Bellona Avenue near Interstate 695 (I-695). At the south end, it terminates in Federal Hill in Baltimore. Charles Street is one of the major routes through Baltimore, and is a major public transportation corridor. For the one-way portions of Charles Street, the street is functionally complemented by the parallel St. Paul Street, including St. Paul Place and Preston Gardens, Maryland Avenue, Cathedral Street, and Liberty Street. Though not exactly at the west–east midpoint of the city, Charles Street is the dividing line between the west and east sides of Baltimore. On any street that crosses Charles Street, address numbers start from the unit block on either side, and the streets are identifieFrom Wikipedia — Charles Street (Baltimore), CC BY-SA 4.0.
Photo stops along the way
Botanical GardenCylburn Arboretum
WaterfallRound Falls
Botanical GardenHoward Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
LighthouseSeven Foot Knoll Light
LighthouseSevenfoot Knoll Lighthouse
Botanical GardenPatterson Park
LighthouseLazaretto Lighthouse
LighthouseLazaretto Point Light
Scenic ViewpointOverlook Park
State ParkPatapsco Valley State Park
State ParkGunpowder Falls State Park
LighthouseLeading Point Light
Tips for scenic drive photography
- Drive the route in both directions — the views change completely.
- Plan stops for golden hour at the highest overlooks; use pull-outs, never stop on the roadway.
- Check seasonal closures for high-elevation roads before you go.
- A polarizer cuts windshield-like glare on wet roads and foliage.