Crisfield, in southern Somerset County, Maryland, is located at the mouth of the Little Annemessex River at Tangier Sound. Crisfield's history is based in the seafood industry and the town features many excellent seafood restaurants. Home to the annual National Hard Crab Derby, Crisfield is proud of its ties to the Chesapeake Bay.
Crisfield is home to one of the largest marinas on the East Coast, Somers Cove Marina, with 450 slips. Charter and head boat fishing opportunities are plentiful.
On the waterfront at Somers Cove Marina, you can visit the Crisfield Historical Museum and Visitor's Center. The museum has a nice collection of artifacts and old photos from Crisfield's past, as well as a nice decoy collection. It is definitely worth a stop during a visit to Crisfield. There is also a nice little crab shack set up behind the museum. The Port of Crisfield Escorted Walking Tour begins at the museum and includes a visit to a crab and oyster processing plant where you can see skilled workers pick crabs and shuck oysters with lightening speed.
Crisfield's waterfront has undergone some recent changes. Waterfront condominiums have been constructed on the far western side of town, near the dock. Some road improvements to the main street coming into town have also been made. Despite these, changes, Crisfield still looks like a working waterfront town. Seafood industries still line much of the waterfront. There are also some empty buildings, testament that the seafood industry isn't as good to Crisfield as it once was.
This town comes alive when they are hosting one of their many events at Somers Cove Marina. In addition to the annual Hard Crab Derby, Crisfield hosts many other annual festivals. These annual events feature local seafood and are a great opportunity to visit this authentic Chesapeake Bay waterfront town. Popular festivals include the Soft Shell Spring Fair, the J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake, and the Terrapin Sands Fish Fry. Visit the Crisfield Chamber of Commerce website for event information.
Cruises to Tangier Island and Smith Island depart daily. These cruises are popular outings that give passengers an opportunity to visit these remote island communities.
Nearby Janes Island State Park offers hiking, camping, picnicking, swimming, boating, and fishing. This 3,100 acre park includes beaches, expansive wetlands, and easy access to Tangier and Pocomoke Sounds and the Chesapeake Bay. The park has an extensive system of water trails that are popular with kayakers.
Prime Time Fishing. Come aboard with Capt. Keith Ward and cruise on a 50' U.S.C.G Certified boat, the Prime Time II. Enjoy the finest fishing on the Bay. Trolling - Drifting - Bottom Fishing - Chumming. Trophy Rockfish - Flounder- Croaker - Trout - Blues and other species. Somers Cove Marina, Charter Fishing Center Pier N, Crisfield, MD. Phone: 1-800-791-1470 or 410-968-0074. www.crisfield.com/prim
Best Value Inn Crisfield (Somers Cove Motel). Somers Cove Motel is ideally located in the heart of Nautical Crisfield and adjacent to the famous Somers Cove Marina. 40 newly renovated rooms. Upper rooms have a balcony, and lower floors have a small patio. Swimming pool, picnic tables, and BBQ grills are available for our guests. Traveler Reviews and Rate Comparison
Waterloo Country Inn. Restored 1750's award-winning waterfront estate offering six luxury suites/rooms with private bath, telephone, TV, AC, most have fireplaces, complimentary gourmet breakfast, canoes, bikes, outdoor pool included. 28822 Mt. Vernon Rd., Princess Anne, MD 21853. Phone: 410-651-0883 Fax: 410-651-5592. Visit the Waterloo Country Inn Website.
Princess Anne, MD Hotels (about 18 miles from Crisfield)
May 25 -- Soft Shell Spring Fair. 12 noon - 5 pm at the City Dock, fresh local seafood, arts and crafts, Hall of Fame Awards, Entertainment and plenty of great seafood. More Information.
June 20 - 22 -- Annual Scorchy Tawes Fishing Tournament. Scorchy's Kickoff Party Thursday, Daily & Tournament Long, Cash Prizes, Fish Categories - Trout, Blue Fish, Flounder & Croakers, Nightly Entertainment at Block Party Fri., Sat. & Sun. Nights. More Information.
July 4 -- Fireworks. 9:00pm City Dock.
July 16 -- Annual J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake. All you can eat steamed crabs, clams (steamed, raw, and fried), fresh fried fish, onion rings, fries, corn on the cob, watermelon, Pepsi, beer, and water. Purchase tickets in advance. More Information.
August 29 - 31-- Annual Hard Crab Derby and Fair. The Crisfield Crab Derby is held at Somers Cove Marina. Crab Races, Crab Cooking Contest, Crab Picking Contest, Parade, Boat Races, Boat Docking Contest, Crafts, Carnival, Games, Swim Meet, Entertainment, Great Seafood, Beverages and more. More Information.
October 17 -- Crisfield Waterman's Festival. 1:00 pm - 5:00pm at the Somers Cove Marina. ALL YOU CAN EAT - Oysters, crabs, clams, chicken, salads, sides, beverages, and more. More Information.
This town comes alive when they are hosting one of their many events at Somers Cove Marina. In addition to the annual Hard Crab Derby, Crisfield hosts many other annual festivals. These annual events feature local seafood and are a great opportunity to visit this authentic Chesapeake Bay waterfront town. Popular festivals include the Soft Shell Spring Fair, the J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake, and the Terrapin Sands Fish Fry. 
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