Beaches

  1. Bay Front ParkBay Front Park
    7255 Bayside Road, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
    Phone: 410-257-2230

    Swimming and hunting for shark teeth. Fee for non-residents during summer months.
  2. Breezy Point Beach and CampgroundBreezy Point Beach & Campground
    5300 Breezy Point Road, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
    Phone: 410-535-0259 or 410-535-1600, x2225

    This bay-front park features swimming, fishing, picnicking and seasonal and daily camping. All daily campsites are bay-front. It is the perfect getaway for day trips, a weekend away or a week-long escape. Bathhouse, restrooms and concession stand available. No pets allowed on beach or in campground.
  3. Calvert Cliffs State ParkCalvert Cliffs State Park
    10540 H.G. Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 20657
    Phone: 443-975-4360 Email

    Hike through this 1,460-acre wooded state park to the majestic Calvert Cliffs on the Chesapeake Bay. Formed over 15 million years ago, the cliffs contain more than 600 species of fossils. Ideal for hiking, picnicking, fishing and fossil hunting. Two-mile walk to the beach. Large tire playground. Information available for pavilion rentals, youth camping or hunting. Limited wheelchair access.
  4. Flag PondsFlag Ponds Nature Park
    1525 Flag Ponds Parkway, Lusby, MD 20657
    Phone: 410-586-1477 or 410-535-5327

    The park includes sandy beaches, freshwater ponds and views of Calvert Cliffs, along with hiking trails, fossil hunting, observation platforms, wetlands boardwalk, Observation pier and visitors center with wildlife exhibits. Picnic tables and grills are provided. Limited wheelchair access. Reservations are required for groups of 30 or more. Dogs on leash permitted. Hours vary by season.
  5. North Beach Public BeachNorth Beach Public Beach
    5th Street and Bay Avenue, North Beach, MD 20714
    Phone: 410-286-3799 or 301-855-6681 Email

    Event space on upper level pier, lower fishing deck, swimming and boardwalk. Free transient boat slips. Limited wheelchair access. ($)