Maryland

Maryland County is a coastal county in southeastern Liberia, bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Côte d'Ivoire. The capital Harper is a historic port city founded by freed American slaves of the Maryland State Colonization Society in the 19th century. The county has a distinct history within Liberia, originally existing as the independent Republic of Maryland before joining Liberia in 1857. The coastline has beautiful beaches, and the interior is covered in tropical rainforest.

The dry season (November–April) is best for coastal exploration.

The road from Monrovia to Harper is paved but in variable condition.

• Harper — The historic county capital, a 19th-century port city.
• Pleebo — A town in central Maryland County.
• Karloken — A village in the county.
• Gbolobo — A coastal settlement.
• Rock Town — A fishing village.
• Barrobo — A district in Maryland County.

Fresh seafood is excellent along the coast.

Maryland has a unique Americo-Liberian heritage from its separate founding.

• Explore Harper — See the historic 19th-century buildings.
• Maryland County beaches — Enjoy the undeveloped coastline.
• Visit the Cavalla River mouth — The river border with Côte d'Ivoire.