Laurel Ridgeline Canopy Tours, Seven Springs, Pa.

( Seven Springs Resort Photo / July 26, 2012 )

Distance from Baltimore: 191 miles, 3-1/2 hours' drive

Why it's worth the gas: Experience Mother Nature in a new way at Laurel Ridgeline Canopy Tours, a zip line adventure that gets you as close as you can come to flying without having wings. Bring the whole family to Seven Springs Mountain Resort as you soar from tree to tree on a three-hour tour.

Don't miss: The Seven Springs Resort, which offers four-season activities and lodging.

Information: The zip line tour is $95 per person. Tours available on the hour from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting. Tours are limited to groups of eight. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are accepted. Go to 7springs.com or call 800-452-2223, ext. 7905. 777 Waterwheel Dr, Seven Springs, PA 15622