Humble Beginnings Originally known as Rock Hall Crossroads, this quaint fishing town had humble beginnings with a history as old as the United States. First as an important tobacco port and later as a major fishing and crabbing center, Rock Hall has become a unique destination for visitors who enjoy boating, RV-ing and wildlife in its natural environment. This picturesque community on the Eastern Shore of Maryland allows you to escape the frantic pace of metropolitan life - just a short distance away. Whether visiting for a day, a week or a season, you are welcome to relax, explore and enjoy the Chesapeake Bay. Recreation at its Best Rock Hall and its surrounding areas are perfect for outdoor recreation. With an extensive fleet of charter boats, you can catch dinner or order fresh seafood at local restaurants. For those who simply want to be on the water, both sail and power boats are available to cruise the open Bay. Located right on the Chesapeake Bay, Rock Hall is the ideal port for pleasure boaters. Sheltered marinas, deep water and easy access, make it a comfortable location to slip away from it all. Hunters from around the world find abundant flocks of ducks, geese and other migratory birds and plentiful deer roam the corn fields. An experienced guide can show you all the best spots. For those who shoot best with a camera, photo opportunities are everywhere. Rock Hall sunsets are not to be missed, and can be witnessed from various parts of town, including Ferry Park, home of the Rock Hall Beach. Be sure to visit Eastern Neck Island (federal wildlife refuge), or Chesapeake Farms, where you can hike, rent a fishing boat or explore. Both are just a short trip by car. Sit on the dock with your feet in the water and watch the stars come out. Somehow they’re brighter in Rock Hall. Enjoy the Hospitality The accommodations in Rock Hall are first rate. They include inns that date back to the 1600s, tastefully decorated Bed and Breakfasts, quaint motels and contemporary vacation rentals. This variety of choices allows you to find that perfect fit. Local restaurants offer a wide selection of culinary delights to satisfy every taste. From burgers to crabs, from ribs to rockfish, The Pearl of the Chesapeake ... M A R Y L A N D The Greater Rock Hall Business Association Invites You to Enjoy ... Rock Hall has it all. With seafood from the Chesapeake Bay, you will surely enjoy the true flavor of the eastern shore. Something for Everyone Rock Hall hosts some of the best events on the Bay. The annual Rock Fish Tournament, hosted by the Kent County Waterman’s Association brings anglers to town in June for three days of chances to hook the BIG one. The Rock Hall International Triathlon takes place in summer and fall and attracts athletes and spectators from all over. In celebration of Independence Day, there’s an impressive fireworks display, a parade and picnic filled with traditional Eastern Shore food, games, music and dancing. In August, the town is invaded by pirates, during the ever popular, Pirates and Wenches Weekend, attended by landlubbers and sailors alike. Fall Fest in October, celebrates the oyster and showcases some of the best music and food of the Chesapeake Bay. Finally, in December, you can ring in the New Year on Main Street and Big Dip at the beach on New Year’s Day. The Town of Rock Hall invites you to visit, relax and enjoy this special Eastern Shore community. We hope your stay will be memorable. April - October ........ Cruise Nights & Festive Fridays on Main Street May 7 ....................... Spring BikeFest June 3 & 4 ......................... Triathlon June 9 - 11 ..... Rock Fish Tournament July 2 ...................... Waterman’s Day July 3 .................................Fireworks July 4 ................... 4th of July Parade August 11 - 13 .................... Pirates & Wenches Weekend September 2 ..... By the Bay Car Show September 30 & October 1 .............. Triathlon October 14 ........................... FallFest October 15 ................... Fall BikeFest December 2 .......................WinterFest December 31 ............. Rock Hall Crawl See our many other events at rockhallmd.com Rock Hall Annual Events 2017
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Humble BeginningsOriginally known as Rock Hall Crossroads, this quaint fishing town had humble beginnings with a history as old as the United States.
First as an important tobacco port and later as a major fishing and crabbing center, Rock Hall has become a unique destination for visitors who enjoy boating, RV-ing and wildlife in its natural environment. This picturesque community on the Eastern Shore of Maryland allows you to escape the frantic pace of metropolitan life - just a short distance away. Whether visiting for a day, a week or a season, you are welcome to relax, explore and enjoy the Chesapeake Bay.
Recreation at its BestRock Hall and its surrounding areas are perfect for outdoor recreation. With an
extensive fleet of charter boats, you can catch dinner or order fresh seafood at local restaurants. For those who simply want to be on the water, both sail and power boats are available to cruise the open Bay. Located right on the Chesapeake Bay, Rock Hall is the ideal port for pleasure boaters. Sheltered marinas, deep water and easy access, make it a comfortable location to slip away from it all.
Hunters from around the world find abundant flocks of ducks, geese and other migratory birds and plentiful deer roam the corn fields. An experienced guide can show you all the best spots. For those who shoot best with a camera, photo opportunities are everywhere. Rock Hall sunsets are not to be missed, and can be witnessed from various parts of town, including Ferry Park, home of the Rock Hall Beach.
Be sure to visit Eastern Neck Island (federal wildlife refuge), or Chesapeake Farms, where you can hike, rent a fishing boat or explore. Both are just a short trip by car. Sit on the dock with your feet in the water and watch the stars come out. Somehow they’re brighter in Rock Hall.
Enjoy the HospitalityThe accommodations in Rock Hall are first rate. They include inns that date back to the 1600s, tastefully decorated Bed and Breakfasts, quaint motels and contemporary vacation rentals. This variety of choices allows you to find that perfect fit.
Local restaurants offer a wide selection of culinary delights to satisfy every taste. From burgers to crabs, from ribs to rockfish,
The Pearl of the Chesapeake ...
M A R Y L A N D
The Greater Rock Hall Business Association
Invites You to Enjoy ...
Rock Hall has it all. With seafood from the Chesapeake Bay, you will surely enjoy the
true flavor of the eastern shore.
Something for EveryoneRock Hall hosts some of the best events on the Bay. The annual Rock Fish Tournament, hosted by the Kent County Waterman’s Association brings anglers to town in June for three days of chances to hook the BIG one. The Rock Hall International Triathlon takes place in summer and fall and attracts athletes and spectators from all over. In celebration of Independence Day, there’s an impressive fireworks display, a parade and picnic filled with traditional Eastern Shore food, games, music and dancing. In August, the town is invaded by pirates, during the ever popular, Pirates and Wenches Weekend, attended by landlubbers and sailors alike. Fall Fest in October, celebrates the oyster and showcases some of the best music and food of the Chesapeake Bay. Finally, in December, you can ring in the New Year on Main Street and Big Dip at the beach on New Year’s Day.
The Town of Rock Hall invites you to visit, relax and enjoy this special Eastern Shore community.
We hope your stay will be memorable.
April - October ........ Cruise Nights & Festive Fridays on Main Street
May 7 ....................... Spring BikeFest
June 3 & 4 ......................... Triathlon
June 9 - 11 ..... Rock Fish Tournament
July 2 ...................... Waterman’s Day
July 3 .................................Fireworks
July 4 ................... 4th of July Parade
August 11 - 13 ....................Pirates & Wenches Weekend
Attractions Phone Map #Bayside Landing Park ............................................................................................................ 1Civic Center & Playground .................................................................................................... 64Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge ........................................................... 410-639-7056 2Mainstay Performing Arts Center ................................................................... 410-639-9133 3 Rock Hall Marine Restoration & Heritage Center ........................................... 443-480-3618 65Rock Hall Museum & Town Office .................................................................. 410-639-7611 5Rock Hall Public Beach ......................................................................................................... 4Rock Hall Visitors Center ...................................................................................................... 6Rock Hall Waterman’s Museum ..................................................................... 410-778-6697 7Tolchester Beach Revisited Museum ..................................................................................... 8BankPeoples Bank ................................................................................................. 410-639-2233 9Charters (Fishing & Sailing)Bayside Girls – Cap’t Chuck Clark (F) ............................................................. 410-639-7507 10 Intimidator Fishing Charters (F) ..................................................................... 410-639-7420 11Miss Carolyn II Charters (F) ........................................................................... 410-708-3141 12Misty Charter’s (F) ......................................................................................... 410-708-5603 13Blue Crab Chesapeake Charters (S) ............................................................... 410-708-1803 14Haven Charters (S) ......................................................................................... 410-639-7140 15Dining/EntertainmentBay Wolf Restaurant ...................................................................................... 410-639-2000 16Harbor Shack Waterfront Bar & Grill .............................................................. 410-639-9996 17Java Rock Coffee House ................................................................................ 410-639-9909 18New Yarmouth Cafe ....................................................................................... 410-639-9933 67 Osprey Point Restaurant ................................................................................ 410-639-2194 19Pasta Plus ...................................................................................................... 410-639-7916 20Swan Point Inn............................................................................................... 410-639-2500 21Waterman’s Crab House ................................................................................ 410-639-2261 68GalleriesSwan Creek Gallery & Studio ......................................................................... 443-822-9153 22LodgingBayshore Campground .................................................................................. 410-639-7485 23Inn at Haven Harbour ..................................................................................... 410-778-6697 24Inn at Huntingfield Creek ................................................................................ 410-639-7779 25Inn at Osprey Point ........................................................................................ 410-639-2194 26Mariners Motel ............................................................................................... 410-639-2291 27Moon Light Bay Inn ........................................................................................ 410-639-2660 28North Point Marina/Motel ............................................................................... 410-639-2907 29Sunset Lodge ................................................................................................. 410-639-7846 30 Tallulah’s on Main & Bayfront Homes ............................................................ 410-639-2596 31Marinas Gratitude Marina ............................................................................................ 410-639-7011 33Grays Inn Creek Marina .................................................................................. 410-639-7212 34Haven Harbour Marina ................................................................................... 410-778-6697 35North Point Marina ......................................................................................... 410-639-2907 36Osprey Point Marina ...................................................................................... 410-639-2194 37Rock Hall Landing Marina .............................................................................. 410-639-2224 38Rock Hall Marine Railway .............................................................................. 410-639-2263 39Spring Cove Marina ....................................................................................... 410-639-2110 40Swan Creek Marina ........................................................................................ 410-639-7813 41Marine Related Sales & ServiceMeade A. Breese Sailmaker ............................................................................ 410-639-2646 42Reuwer Boat Works ....................................................................................... 410-778-5010 43Rock Hall Marine Consignment ...................................................................... 410-928-7667 69Rock Hall Yacht Club Sailing School .............................................................. 410-775-8225 44RetailChester River Seafood ................................................................................... 410-639-7018 66Hook Line & Sinker Tackle Shop .................................................................... 410-778-2561 45Mid-Atlantic Products .................................................................................... 410-778-1110 46Rock Hall Liquor & Deli .................................................................................. 410-639-2177 47Rock Hall Lumber Company .......................................................................... 410-639-2211 48Smilin’ Jakes Casual Apparel ......................................................................... 410-639-7280 49Sweet Cheeks ................................................................................................. 410-639-7779 50The Ditty Bag ................................................................................................. 410-778-6697 51The Hickory Stick ........................................................................................... 410-639-7980 52Village Hardware ............................................................................................ 410-639-7014 53 Village Quilting ............................................................................................... 410-639-4101 54ServicesBaycraft Printing ............................................................................................ 410-778-2715 55JLS Design-Construction ............................................................................... 410-639-7218 70Kent County Economic Development ............................................................. 410-810-2168 56Kent County Learning Center ......................................................................... 410-639-9008 57Lynn Hilfiker, Realtor ...................................................................................... 443-480-1163 58 Rock Hall Dental, Family Dentistry ................................................................. 410-778-1234 60Rock Hall Properties Real Estate .................................................................... 410-639-4003 61WM. Norris Clark, Realtor .............................................................................. 410-639-7594 62Yacht Sales & BrokerageS&J Yachts .................................................................................................... 410-639-2777 63
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Rock Hall Tram ServiceCall: 443-282-5092 • 443-282-5058
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THE GREATER ROCK HALL BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONP.O. Box 16, Rock Hall, Maryland 21661For information or if you’re a local business and would like to become a member of GRHBA please visit:
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Directions to Rock HallFrom Baltimore and Washington, D.C.: Cross Chesapeake Bay Bridge on Route 50 East. Take 301 North to Route 213 North through Centerville and Chestertown. At Route 291 (Morgnec Road intersec-tion) turn left and turn right at “circle” junction onto Route 20 South. Approx. 12 miles to Rock Hall.
From Wilmington/Philadelphia/New York: Take I-95 South to Route 1 South or Route 896 South to Middletown, DE and on to Route 301 South. Take the Chestertown/Galena exit onto Route 290 South. Go straight thru the stop light in Galena where the road becomes Route 213 South. Turn right onto Route 298. Stay on Route 298 until it merges into Route 20 South. Travel seven more miles to Rock Hall.
Latitude and Longitude: 39° 7' 50.6136" N • 76° 14' 53.0808" W
