In Colonial times, travelers from Annapolis arrived at Rock Hall via ferry (George Washington and Thomas Jefferson took this route to Philadelphia). Today, with 15 marinas, Rock Hall is a favorite destination for pleasure boaters. Visitors have a variety of dining, recreation, and shopping options. Be sure to visit the old fashioned soda fountain at Durding's Store. The Rock Hall Trolley Company runs a loop around the center of town every hour. It only costs $2.00 to ride all day. Rock Hall also offers charter boat options for pleasure boaters, fishermen, and paddlers.
Rock Hall's small, but pleasant public beach offers a nice expanse of sand that is protected for swimming by a breakwater. The view of the Bay from the beach are very nice.
The Waterman's Museum, featuring exhibits on oystering, crabbing, and fishing, is located on MD 20 in Rock Hall, next to Haven Harbor Marina. The museum includes historic photos, local carvings, and a reproduction of a shanty house.
If you continue about 8 miles south of Rock Hall, you will arrive at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge. The ENNWR includes 1000 acres of brackish marsh, 600 acres of cropland, 500 acres of forest, 100 acres of grassland and 40 acres of open water impoundments.
The refuge is open to visitors and has hiking trails, an observation tower, picnic tables, public fishing areas, and a cartop boat launching area. (It is strongly suggested that you use insect repellant while visiting the refuge).
Friday night sailing races are held throughout the summer and fall seasons. The races start at 6:00pm at the Huntingfield Light outside of Rock Hall Harbor. If you would like to participate in the races, forms and additional information are available at local Rock Hall marinas or online.
An interesting way to visit Rock Hall is aboard one of Watermark Cruises' excursion cruises from Annapolis.
Rock Hall Bed and Breakfasts:
Old Gratitude House Bed & Breakfast. Built in about 1900, in a village called Gratitude, this home was expanded in 1999 and modernized in 2005 to create one of the finest bed & breakfasts in the area. Full gourmet breakfast. Kayaks and bikes available. 5944 Lawton Avenue, Rock Hall, MD 21661. www.oldgratitudehouse.com Phone: 410-639-7448 or 866-846-0724 (toll free).
May 3 -- Spring Bike Fest. Join motorcycle enthusiasts for a day of fun, food and live music at Rock Hall Landing and Park, on beautiful Rock Hall Harbor. Proceeds benefit the Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company.
June 12 - 14 -- Annual Rockfish Tournament. Catch the fun and excitement of this big money tournament. Join the fleet or just watch as contestants weigh-in daily at the Rock Hall bulkhead. Sponsored by the Maryland Waterman’s Association. More information.
June 20 - Classic and Custom Car Show. Street rods, classics, and customs. Rock Hall Bulkhead.
July 3rd -- July 4th Parade. Old-fashioned parade begins at 10:00 am on Main Street. Then, head for the Rock Hall Community Center fro a taste of local feed, festivities, music, crafts, and more.
July 5 -- Kent County Waterman's Day. Celebrating the men and women of Rock Hall who make a living fishing local waters. Includes anchor toss contest and work boat docking contest. Food, music, and fun for the entire family. Starts at 1:00pm. Rock Hall bulkhead.
August 8 - 9 -- Rock Hall Pirates and Wenches Weekend. Avast me hearties! Buccaneers and landlubbers of all ages - come by land or come by sea to Rock Hall for a town-wide theme party you won't forget! Decorated dinghy flotilla, caribbean beach party, pirate ship cruises, treasure hunts, entertainment, sea shanteys, contests, games, and more for the whole family. Costumes and acts of piracy encouraged! More information.
August 28 -- Wesley Chapel Old Time Fish Fry. Traditional Eastern Shore fry up with pan fried fish, dutch oven bread with molasses, crab cakes, scalloped potatoes and more. 3:00 to 7:00pm. At Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, 6065 Rock Hall Road.
September 26 - Fall Fest. A celebration of the family and community. Main Street, all day. Lots of music, food, and fun.
October 18 - Fall Bike Fest. Motorcycle enthusiasts return for a day of fun, food and music at the town bulkhead. More info.
October 24 - 25 -- Rock Hall Oyster and Seafood Festival. Celebrate the opening of the oyster season at this town wide festival. Enjoy the All-You-Can-Eat waterfront buffet, live entertainment and fun for kids. A fleet of traditional Chesapeake Bay Workboats will be on display. Don't miss the Oyster Ball at Waterman's Crab House Saturday Night. 12-4pm for the All-You-Can-Eat and 7-11pm for the Oyster Ball.
December 5 -- Boat Parade and Santa's Arrival. Join Santa as he arrives at the bulkhead in the company of bands and lighted boats. Boats come through the jetty at 6pm. More info.
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In Colonial times, travelers from Annapolis arrived at Rock Hall via ferry (George Washington and Thomas Jefferson took this route to Philadelphia). Today, with 15 marinas, Rock Hall is a favorite destination for pleasure boaters. Visitors have a variety of dining, recreation, and shopping options. Be sure to visit the old fashioned soda fountain at Durding's Store. The 
