Solomons Island is a major boating center located at the mouth of the Patuxent River, in southern Calvert County, Maryland. Solomons offers several full service marinas, shops, restaurants, museums, and a boardwalk overlooking the Patuxent. Take a walk along the Riverwalk, and enjoy views of the Patuxent River.
The Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park and Arts Center is a 30 acre park located along St. Johns Creek. The Garden features a shady walking path, a new Arts Building, and a Studio School, as well as busy calendar of exhibits, daily activities, programs, events, and classes.
On the tip of Solomons Island, the University of Maryland operates the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitors Center. The center is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10:00 to 4:00 and gives visitors an opportunity to learn more about the ecology and natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay.
Hilton Garden Inn Solomons. Hilton Garden Inn Solomons hotel features 100 rooms, equipped with a large chair and ottoman, oversized desk with ergonomic chair, 2 phones with voicemail, complimentary high-speed internet access, 26 inch flat screen HDTV, premium cable and movie download, alarm clock with MP3 plug access, refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. A fitness center, indoor pool with Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool in season are also available. Traveler Reviews and Rate Comparison.
Solomons Holiday Inn Select. Located on Back Creek of the Patuxent River and Adjacent to the Chesapeake Bay. Water view rooms, comprehensive meeting facilities, fitness center, full service restaurant, junior Olympic size pool. Traveler Reviews and Rate Comparison
Vincenzo's at Calvert Marina. Waterfront dinning combines classic Italian fare and Maryland favorites. Innovative Daily Specials take advantage of seasonal seafood and the freshest local produce to create a tempting array of dishes to enjoy year-round. Hours: Dinner Thurs, Fri, Sat 5:00 - 10:00; Tues, Wed, Lunch & Dinner; Sun 12:00 noon – 9:00. Live music every Thursday - No Cover. On Back Creek in Solomons, just behind Annmarie Gardens on Dowell Road. 14415 Dowell Road, Dowell, MD 20629.
Solomons, Maryland Area Marinas:
Solomons Harbor Marina. An 80 slip, resort style marina adjacent to the Holiday Inn offering long and short term dockage to 100' LOA. 30/50 Amp., Pool, Tennis, Health Spa, Wireless Internet. Easy walk to shopping center, restaurants and Calvert Marine Museum. Groups welcome. Located on Back Creek, Solomons Harbor. 205 Holiday Drive, Solomons, MD 20688. Phone: 410-326-1052.
Spring Cove Marina. One of the most attractive marinas on the Bay. The extensive picnic grounds, 25yd heated pool, restaurant, gift store, fuel dock, full service boatyard, along with caring, friendly service and quiet atmosphere, combine to make us a popular destination. Located on Back Creek/Patuxent River, Solomons, MD. 455 Lore Road, Solomons, MD. Phone: (410) 326 2161 FAX: (410) 326 4187
Charter Fishing in the Solomons Area
Chesapeake Sport Fishing. The "Carrie Sue" is a fast, fun and comfortable 46' charter boat licensed for up to 30 passengers. Fishing from Solomons, MD and Cape Charles VA. Calvert Marina, Solomons, MD. Phone: 410-326-4868 or 800-295-1265. www.capthank.com
Full Choke Charters. Charter fishing on the boat Full Choke with Captain Sam. Come on down and enjoy the day with your family and friends. Let's catch some fish. Solomons Island, MD. Phone: 443-285-1140 or 301-318-2232. www.fullchokecharters.net
Jennifer-Ann Charters. Jennifer-Ann Charters fishes the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. She is a 53 foot state of the art fishing machine. Captain and Mate have a total of 50 years experience. Carries 30 passengers. Calvert Marina Charter Dock, Solomons Island, MD. Phone: 410-414-2459 or 410-320-2517. www.jenniferanncharters.com
Marauder Charters. We offer you more than 25 years of proven ability in finding and catching trophy fish. A first class boat, equipment, and crew to serve up to 6 passengers. Completely equipped with the latest technology and safety devices. Calvert Marina, Solomons Island, MD. Cell Phone: 240-417-2406. www.captjohnmayer.com
Strike Zone Charters. We know where the fish are and will get you there with speed and comfort. We offer a first class operation with quality equipment. Departing Solomons Island, Maryland daily. Calvert Marina, Solomons, MD. Phone: 410-326-3345 or 443-624-0247. www.fishstrikezone.com
May 2 - Solomons Maritime Festival. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Come and celebrate Southern Maryland traditions! This family event offers something for every member of your family. The Antique Boat and Marine Engine Show, home crafts and cooking demonstrations, children's games, music, and boat rides for all. Calvert Marine Museum.
July 19 - 21 -- Annual Screwpile Lighthouse Challenge Regatta. The Chesapeake Bay premier sailing regatta held in Solomons on the third weekend of July. 175 boats are expected to take part in 2007. Boats from the entire Chesapeake region take part with boats from as far away as Florida and New York taking part. More Info.
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