Discover the Railway trail on this guided walking tour in Chesapeake Beach. Admire views of marshland and Fishing Creek as you hear about the trail ties into the history of the town.

 

EXPERIENCE:

Step back in time on this guided tour of Railway trail in Chesapeake Beach. Learn about local history as you explore the the old railroad line that brought the town into existence. Search for wildlife as you walk through forest and marshland. 

Meet your guide guide at Kellam Field and begin your walking adventure. Walk along the the old railway trail that was once used to bring visitors to the beaches. Listen as your guide tells you facinating historical anecdotes. Keep an eye out for wildlife like bald eagles.

Soak up the peace and quiet of the marshland next to Fishing Creek. Go past an educational garden teaching residents how to combat mosquitos and see how local wildlife is supported as you pass installed bat boxes and purple martin houses. Return to your meeting point at the end of the tour.

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Travel into the past as you uncover the local history of the old Railway Trail
Find out about how the trail helped to establish the town of Chesapeake Beach
Immerse yourself in nature as you search for local wildlife like bald eagles
Learn how to repel mosquitos using plants at the trail’s educational garden
Find out how to support local wildlife with bat and purple martin houses

 

 

Explore thousands of upcoming events, local tours, top restaurants, and the best places to stay in Maryland. You can also check out our dedicated city guide for Baltimore.