Visiting North Beach

North Beach, Maryland sits on the Western Shore of the Chesapeake Bay. This small town has seven blocks of waterfront, a public fishing pier, and a half mile long boardwalk with a bike path.  You’ll enjoy wide open views of the Chesapeake from the boardwalk benches.

North Beach is in Calvert County, Maryland, about 30 miles south of Annapolis and just one mile north of Chesapeake Beach.

Beach Access:

There are fees for access to the beach and use of the fishing pier for non-North Beach residents.  Kayak and paddle board and bike rentals are available as well as beach chairs and umbrellas.  You’ll find information about the beach fee rates, plus rules about use fo the beach at the town’s website.

Things to Do:

The town has a variety of shops, including antiques and gifts.  And there are several restaurants to choose from.  All are within walking distance from the pier, so park your car and enjoy a stroll around town.

If you’re in town on a Friday night, visit the popular Friday Night Farmer’s Market and Classic Car Cruise-In.  This happens from May to the beginning of October.  Weekend visitors can also take in the Bayside History Museum, open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00.

And, there is a series of  free summer concerts and movies on the beach.

Places to Stay:

There aren’t any hotels right in North Beach, however, the Rod N Reel Resort is located about a five minute drive south in the town of Chesapeake Beach. In you want to stay in North Beach, there are a number of vacation homes available for rent. Check out this North Beach home located right on the boardwalk. Or, stay in a bayfront condo located adjacent to the beach.

Additional North Beach Information

Drone views of North Beach by LRogers1096 on YouTube