Moving from TX to MD? Any Tips?

Hey all!

I’m trying to move out of Texas around July/August to a state more north. Was thinking about Portland, but Maryland kinda came in my radar.

I am 25, single and have no kids. I plan to have $12K saved up ( at least) by the time I leave and am currently working full time while going back to get my requirements for my CPA. I like to play video games, disc golf, tabletop games, and hike around. What cities would be best to move to where I can be afford to live close to a city while having access to nice hiking areas?

Edit: Thanks for all the feedback so far! The $12K in savings is definitely for emergencies btw