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.  You’ll find information about the beach fee rates, plus rules about use for 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.

The North Beach Farmer’s Market takes place April 13, 2024 through October 26, 2024, 8 to 11 am in the Senior Center Parking Lot, 9010 Chesapeake Avenue. Visitors can also take in the Bayside History Museum, where you can learn about the history of North Beach, Chesapeake Beach, and the surrounding area.

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.

Additional North Beach Information

Drone views of North Beach by LRogers1096 on YouTube