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The 6 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland (MD)
Chesapeake Beach is a town in Calvert County, Maryland. Its major attractions include the Chesapeake Beach Railway Station, the Chesapeake Beach Rail Trail, a water park, marinas, piers, and charter boat fishing. The town's population was recorded as 5,753 in the 2010 census.
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1. Bruce Snake Gabrielson's Surf Art Gallery and Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Recognized as a top cultural site by the Maryland Department of Tourism, this free museum contains several rare historical artifacts from the surfing world collected by surfing legend Bruce Gabrielson over a 60 year period. Displays include Dale Velzey's original 1950's templates and planer, an original Makaha Skateboard, the first day edition of the Duke Stamp from both Huntington Beach and Waikiki, signed posters from numerous surfing legends, a signed poster from the Wooden Year's exhibit opening at the International Surfing Museum, a set of Rick Griffin drawings, plus paintings and photos from artists and surf photographers from the East and West Coast. Several antique boards are also on display. The museum requires reservations and is located in the offices of the National Surf Schools and Instructors Association. During the summer months the museum is closed when the surf is good.
Reviewed By 400vanessac
Bruce Gabrielson is a living surfing legend. It is a unique experience to have Bruce deliver a personal tour of the museum, as he knows the personalities and backstories involved with every item. This is definitely worth your time!
2. Chesapeake Beach Railway Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By ECAC322 - Baltimore, United States
Nice easy trail for all ages and dogs as well. At one point it forks, both trails dead end, so you need to double back.There are benches along the way if you want to sit and take in the views.It is a little difficult to find. Park in the Tot Lot, if facing the playground turn around,you will see a white fence,go down steps so you are on the other side of fence and turn right.After a few minutes you will see the sign for trail and boardwalk.
3. The Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
A turn-of-the-century railway museum featuring photos and other related memorabilia.
Reviewed By RemaFuerte
We were in town after biking the Chesapeake Bay Railway Trail and decided to see the museum. It's small but full of fascinating local history I'd never heard of. At the turn on the century (1900-1935ish) Chesapeake Beach was a destination to rival Atlantic City and Coney Island with about 5,000 visitors a day in the summer. Who knew? The railroad was built specifically to funnel the crowds in from DC. Plenty of photographs and artifacts. The museum volunteer was very helpful and gave us a real appreciation of what we were seeing. We spent over an hour, there was so much to look at. Really enjoyed our visit. There's a small electric train garden and a scavenger hunt for kids. Parking is tight until the giant parking garage is completed across the street.
4. Breezy Point Beach
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By COTraveller33 - Silver Spring, United States
Stopped in today for something to do during spring break with the kids. Short (1 hr) drive from Silver Spring. Easy paved walk from parking lot to the beach. The parking lot is small, so plan for that. The beach is relatively small - and broken into two sections, divided by a small creek. Be mindful that there are a few non-venomous snakes around the creek and the far rocks. The key draws here are shallow, gentle water, shaded portions of the beach and fossilized shark tooth hunting. Older kids / teens can walk way out (100+ yards) into the bay and only be waist deep. Pros: short walk Cons: No facilities or picnic tables Would recommend: Yes Would re-patronize: Soon
5. Chesapeake Beach Water Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 97 reviews
Welcome to the Chesapeake Beach Water Park, where we believe in summer. Where we believe in your right to have fun and where your safety is our #1 priority. We aim to satisfy your taste buds when you order from the Beachcomber Grille and elevate your style when you purchase from our Store. We believe in the thrill of water slides and we also believe in the relaxation of sun-bathing. Where we can’t always guarantee chairs, but we can guarantee scenic views, high water-quality, award-winning Lifeguards, splish-splashin’ Special Events, carefully placed decorative Palm Trees to transport you into your own Backyard Bahamas, and so much more. Since 1995, we’ve opened our gates and you’ve opened your hearts. For our seasonal regulars, thank you for choosing us over and over. And for our first time visitors, Welcome! We are so glad to have you!
6. Bayfront Park
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By benjaminkU845XF
My family and I have always loved coming to this beach to look for fossils, shark teeth, and other cool shells. There is always something new to explore! It can get very busy with people trying to avoid the CB and NB crowds in the summer, but generally is less crowded than the other beaches. You'll always find something cool to take home with you!
