Charles County Tourism
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Charles County has over 300 miles of shoreline and plenty of public fishing areas to choose from for you and your family's next fishing adventure!
Cedarville State Forest
Enjoy 19.5 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails.
Chapel Point Park
Multi-use park that boasts a waterfront on the beautiful Port Tobacco River.
Chapman State Park
Find mature forests, rare plants and bald eagles frequenting the skies above.
Chicamuxen WMA
Prime marshlands and uplands for the outdoorsman.
Friendship Farm Park - Friendship Landing
Located in Nanjemoy, this 382 acre park offers hiking, fishing, and a public boat ramp.
Goose Bay Marina and Campground
Privately owned, full service marina & campground located on the Port Tobacco River.
Indian Creek NRMA
Indian Creek NRMA offers birding, hunting, & fishing.
Mallows Bay Park
Paddle through the WWI Ghost Fleet, the largest ship graveyard in the Western Hemisphere.
Mattawoman State Natural Environmental Area
Paddle Mattawoman Creek and experience the Chesapeake Bay in miniature.
Maxwell Hall Park
Featuring 14.2 miles of hiking trails along the Patuxent river and expansive wildlife.
Myrtle Grove Wildlife Management Area
At 5190 acres Myrtle Grove is the largest WMA in SOMD with an abundance of wildlife.
Ruth B. Swann Memorial Park
This family friendly park offers picnicking, hiking, shore fishing and birdwatching.
Scuttlebutt Restaurant and Marina
Tiny little place with a great view. Serving up daily seafood specials on Cobb Island.
Smallwood State Park
Offering a wide variety of amenities such as hiking, water access, playgrounds, and camping.
Southern Park
Located Newburg this park offers a playground, picnic pavilion and fishing pier.