Patuxent Camp Grounds covers 35 acres of wooded, river-front land that is part of farmland once owned by schooner Capt. Thomas Chesley Hance. The river-front section was cleared and turned into a campground 30 years ago by Mrs. Eby.
The facilities include a shower house, water and electric
hookups, a dumping station, several piers, a boat ramp, a
swimming raft. Non-paying inhabitants include deer, birds,
possums, and a skunk or two. Fishing and crabbing are excellent. Beautiful sunsets over the river at no extra charge.
Well down-stream of the PEPCO oil spill, and on a protected cove, the Patuxent Camp Grounds was relatively unaffected. Fishing and crabbing are good.
Reservations are necessary, and it is a good idea to call well in advance for directions and to reserve a campsite. (410) 586-9880
