Southern Maryland
Calvert County, Maryland
County seat: Prince Frederick
Calvert County is a narrow peninsula between the Chesapeake Bay and the Patuxent River in Southern Maryland. Calvert Cliffs, small waterfront towns and a large commuter population define the county.
Cities, Towns & Communities
7 full community guides available in this county.
Attractions
- Calvert Cliffs State Park
- Flag Ponds Nature Park
- Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
- Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
Parks & Recreation
- Calvert Cliffs State Park
- Flag Ponds Nature Park
- Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
- Jefferson Patterson Park
Transportation
MD 2 and MD 4 are the county's main north-south routes, with MD 231 linking to the Patuxent River bridge. There is no passenger rail service in the county.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there fossil shark teeth at Calvert Cliffs?
Yes. The cliffs along the Chesapeake Bay are famous for Miocene-era fossils, including shark teeth. Collecting is allowed on the beach at Calvert Cliffs State Park, not from the cliffs themselves.