Chesapeake Bay
The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States, a vast body of water where rivers meet the sea. It shapes Maryland's coast with quiet coves, marshes, and busy little sailing towns.
It is famous for its blue crabs, sailboats, and iconic lighthouses. People love crabbing, boating, and watching the sun set over the wide, calm waters.
Blue Crabs
The bay is famous for its tasty blue crabs, a Maryland favorite. You can go crabbing from a dock and watch the little creatures scuttle sideways.
Boats and Sailing
White sailboats glide across the water on breezy days. Charming harbor towns let families ride ferries and explore old wooden docks.
Birds and Wildlife
The marshes are full of herons, ospreys, and ducks paddling in the shallows. Lucky visitors might even spot bald eagles soaring overhead.