#DreamDeale Guidebook
Walks
https://jugbay.org/
Entrance Fee is $6 - Free entrance for active military, veterans, and their families (ID required)
No dogs are allowed in the Wetlands Sanctuary. [The affiliated Glendening Nature Preserve has a separate entrance and does allow dogs.]
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
(Closed Sundays Dec-Feb)
9:00am - 5:00pm
Check their website to make sure they are open as they can close for "deer management". https://jugbay.org/
Trail Map
https://jugbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/4.7.20-JBWS-Trial-Map-Back.pdf
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Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
1361 Wrighton Rdhttps://jugbay.org/
Entrance Fee is $6 - Free entrance for active military, veterans, and their families (ID required)
No dogs are allowed in the Wetlands Sanctuary. [The affiliated Glendening Nature Preserve has a separate entrance and does allow dogs.]
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
(Closed Sundays Dec-Feb)
9:00am - 5:00pm
Check their website to make sure they are open as they can close for "deer management". https://jugbay.org/
Trail Map
https://jugbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/4.7.20-JBWS-Trial-Map-Back.pdf
http://www.midatlantichikes.com/glendeningpreserve.htm
This is a dog-friendly walk (we take ours here all the time, as evidenced by the picture) with well-marked trails. It is affiliated with the Jug Bay Sanctuary but until the Statuary proper, it does not have an admission fee and it does allow dogs on leash.
Don't miss the "boardwalk" raised platform taking you into the marsh area.
No admission fee
There are two entrances: the southernmost one on Wrighton Road before you get to the entrance of the affiliated Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary, and the main entrance on the north side where Plummer Lane meets Route 4
We use the Wrigton Road entrance:
1290 Wrighton Road, Lothian, MD 20711
Open daily
Hours: 9 am - 5 pm
Trail Map
https://jugbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Glendening-Nature-Preserve-Map_2021.pdf
https://www.capitalgazette.com/lifestyles/ac-ce-column-jeff-holland-20201024-tcrkutshrvcune6ndahfcajxbe-story.html
Parris N. Glendening Nature Preserve
5702 Plummer Lanehttp://www.midatlantichikes.com/glendeningpreserve.htm
This is a dog-friendly walk (we take ours here all the time, as evidenced by the picture) with well-marked trails. It is affiliated with the Jug Bay Sanctuary but until the Statuary proper, it does not have an admission fee and it does allow dogs on leash.
Don't miss the "boardwalk" raised platform taking you into the marsh area.
No admission fee
There are two entrances: the southernmost one on Wrighton Road before you get to the entrance of the affiliated Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary, and the main entrance on the north side where Plummer Lane meets Route 4
We use the Wrigton Road entrance:
1290 Wrighton Road, Lothian, MD 20711
Open daily
Hours: 9 am - 5 pm
Trail Map
https://jugbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Glendening-Nature-Preserve-Map_2021.pdf
https://www.capitalgazette.com/lifestyles/ac-ce-column-jeff-holland-20201024-tcrkutshrvcune6ndahfcajxbe-story.html
Approximately 2 miles of trail through wetlands on a raised platform. We take our dogs here when its rained and we want to keep them out of the mud. It's great for birdwatching!
https://www.yourcalvert.com/chesapeake-beach-rail-trail-walking-through-the-wetlands/
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Chesapeake Beach Railway Trail
Chesapeake Beach Railway TrailApproximately 2 miles of trail through wetlands on a raised platform. We take our dogs here when its rained and we want to keep them out of the mud. It's great for birdwatching!
https://www.yourcalvert.com/chesapeake-beach-rail-trail-walking-through-the-wetlands/
https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/southern/calvertcliffs.aspx
Open sunrise to sunset
Maryland residents $5/vehicle; out-of-state residents $7/vehicle
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Calvert Cliffs
10540 H G Trueman Rdhttps://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/southern/calvertcliffs.aspx
Open sunrise to sunset
Maryland residents $5/vehicle; out-of-state residents $7/vehicle
https://www.acltweb.org/
Lots of very well-marked trails. It's one of our more favorite places to walk with our dogs.
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American Chestnut Land Trust
676 Double Oak Rdhttps://www.acltweb.org/
Lots of very well-marked trails. It's one of our more favorite places to walk with our dogs.
https://serc.si.edu/
They don't allow dogs, so we haven't been but we've heard great things from friend. They have four miles of trails for hiking or biking, and a floating dock where you can launch a personal canoe or kayak to paddle along the Rhode River.
They also have guided walks (often on Saturdays AM). You'll walk along the waterfront, cross marsh boardwalks and hike through the forest, while learning about SERC’s cutting-edge research projects on climate change and other issues where the land meets the sea.
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Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
647 Contees Wharf Roadhttps://serc.si.edu/
They don't allow dogs, so we haven't been but we've heard great things from friend. They have four miles of trails for hiking or biking, and a floating dock where you can launch a personal canoe or kayak to paddle along the Rhode River.
They also have guided walks (often on Saturdays AM). You'll walk along the waterfront, cross marsh boardwalks and hike through the forest, while learning about SERC’s cutting-edge research projects on climate change and other issues where the land meets the sea.
Restaurants & Dock Bars
The biggest local dockbar with great views. Had the Tuna Bites last time. Delicious!
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Skipper's Pier Restaurant & Dock Bar
6158 Drum Point RdThe biggest local dockbar with great views. Had the Tuna Bites last time. Delicious!
No frills local favorite. I highly recommend the burger. And they make mean cocktails.
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Petie Greens
6103 Drum Point RdNo frills local favorite. I highly recommend the burger. And they make mean cocktails.
The first time we ate here, we were surprised how good the sushi is. We love the Mexican roll and the Sushi Deluxe.
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Deale Umai Sushi House
657 Deale RdThe first time we ate here, we were surprised how good the sushi is. We love the Mexican roll and the Sushi Deluxe.
This is our favorite dock bar in Deale. Best dock bar food and people watching.
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Happy Harbor Restaurant
533 Deale RdThis is our favorite dock bar in Deale. Best dock bar food and people watching.
Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar offers picturesque views of the river, casual dining, and a relaxing Maryland, South County experience. Live music on weekends during the summer.
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Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar
421 Deale RdDockside Restaurant & Sports Bar offers picturesque views of the river, casual dining, and a relaxing Maryland, South County experience. Live music on weekends during the summer.
Another favorite restaurant of ours. Fresh and delicious Latin food and drinks. Mainly inspired by Mexican, Puerto Rican and Cuban dishes. The fish tacos are delicious!
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JesseJay's Latin Inspired Kitchen
5471 Muddy Creek RdAnother favorite restaurant of ours. Fresh and delicious Latin food and drinks. Mainly inspired by Mexican, Puerto Rican and Cuban dishes. The fish tacos are delicious!
South County Cafe brings back the nostalgia of the food Mom made at home. Fresh ingredients combine decades old recipes with a touch of today's food trends.
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South County Cafe
5960 Deale Churchton RdSouth County Cafe brings back the nostalgia of the food Mom made at home. Fresh ingredients combine decades old recipes with a touch of today's food trends.
Featuring Open Pit Beef, Turkey, Ham, Pulled Pork and the Famous Hog Dog and Bull Dog. Great for take out sandwiches, not really an eat-in place. They cater as well.
West River pit bbq
5544 Muddy Creek RdFeaturing Open Pit Beef, Turkey, Ham, Pulled Pork and the Famous Hog Dog and Bull Dog. Great for take out sandwiches, not really an eat-in place. They cater as well.
The best restaurant within 20 minutes driving distance. The chef gets inspiration for his menus through the wide variety of ingredients available right here in our region. Fresh, simple, and creative!
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Ketch 22
7153 Lake Shore DrThe best restaurant within 20 minutes driving distance. The chef gets inspiration for his menus through the wide variety of ingredients available right here in our region. Fresh, simple, and creative!
Super laid back and fun spot. Great live music. The tacos from the food truck are delicious!
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The Boathouse
604 Cabana BlvdSuper laid back and fun spot. Great live music. The tacos from the food truck are delicious!
Very old school dinner full of locals. I swear by the turkey reuben, Nik usually gets the big breakfast. Several people have told us the cream of crab soup is a must-have but sells out quickly.
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Drift Wood Diner
1468 Snug Harbor RdVery old school dinner full of locals. I swear by the turkey reuben, Nik usually gets the big breakfast. Several people have told us the cream of crab soup is a must-have but sells out quickly.
Vaughan Cheese Counter & Bar
4116 7th StreetCheese shop and wine bar
Sightseeing
Chesapeake Paddle Sports
6124 Drum Point Rdhttps://chesapeakebeachwaterpark.com/
Opens May 28th for the 2022 season
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Chesapeake Beach Wasser Park
4079 Gordon Stinnett Avehttps://chesapeakebeachwaterpark.com/
Opens May 28th for the 2022 season
Vintage Loop & Local Shopping
Second Wind Consignments
661 Deale RdSomewhere In Time
536 Deale RoadA Vintage Deale
655 Deale RdVintage By the Bay
645 Deale RdRe-Find
1000 Main St
River Gallery Ltd
1000 Main StAdjacent to Re-Find, offers works from local artists
The Blue Heron Boutique
645 Deale RoadThe GypsyFaire vintage marketplace is open the first weekend of every month. The Gypsies spend the month looking for unique pieces that can be repurposed. At the monthly sales event you will find an eclectic collection of painted vintage furniture, industrial pieces, architectural salvage, objets d'art, garden antiques, home décor, boho clothing and textiles, and jewelry.
GypsyFaire
1306 Mt Zion Marlboro RdThe GypsyFaire vintage marketplace is open the first weekend of every month. The Gypsies spend the month looking for unique pieces that can be repurposed. At the monthly sales event you will find an eclectic collection of painted vintage furniture, industrial pieces, architectural salvage, objets d'art, garden antiques, home décor, boho clothing and textiles, and jewelry.
Open the first weekend of every month -- Saturday 9-4 and Sunday’s 11-3.
Salvage Chic is a family owned and operated boutique and PopUP shop! We love to shop, pick, flip, thrift and bring all of our fun and unique finds and bargains straight to you! From flea markets and garage sales to the top New York City vendors, Salvage Chic has it all! We specialize in apparel, accessories, home decor, refurbishing and design.
Salvage Chic
5851 Deale Churchton RoadOpen the first weekend of every month -- Saturday 9-4 and Sunday’s 11-3.
Salvage Chic is a family owned and operated boutique and PopUP shop! We love to shop, pick, flip, thrift and bring all of our fun and unique finds and bargains straight to you! From flea markets and garage sales to the top New York City vendors, Salvage Chic has it all! We specialize in apparel, accessories, home decor, refurbishing and design.
5950 Deale Churchton Rd
5950 Deale Churchton RoadMy Fancy Finds Boutique. Voted "Best of the Bay" Women's Boutique 2020
Grocery Stores
Medium-sized, family-owned grocery store. There selection is not as large as the big-box chains, but we go here often and usually find what we want.
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Christopher's Fine Foods
5570 Shady Side RdMedium-sized, family-owned grocery store. There selection is not as large as the big-box chains, but we go here often and usually find what we want.
Harris Teeter
10125 West Ward RoadDunkirk is an easy drive and has several big-box stores
Giant Food
10790 Town Center BlvdDunkirk is an easy drive and has several big-box stores
Safeway
3830 Georgia Ave NWDunkirk is an easy drive and has several big-box stores.
This is the closest organic-oriented grocery store, although Whole Foods is also near by.
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The Fresh Market
838 Dulaney Valley RdThis is the closest organic-oriented grocery store, although Whole Foods is also near by.
Whole Foods Market
200 Harker PlTrader Joe's
Jennifer Road