Moments after leaving the hustle and bustle of I-95, you're in beautiful Cecil County. Resting along the upper banks of the Chesapeake Bay, half way between Baltimore and Philadelphia, we offer travelers a change of pace and breathtaking scenery. Sample our harbors & history, rolling hills & horse country, antique treasure hunting & outlet bargains, charming inns & fabulous Chesapeake Bay cuisine, and we know you'll visit us again and again!

As the sun peeks over the horizon at dawn, you can often hear the chugging of a tugboat as it starts its daily journey, and the honking of geese as they soar above. And at day's end, beautiful sunsets burst across the sky and reflect their colors in the stillness of Cecil County's waterways. Between sunrise and sunset, relax at a waterfront eatery or take a stroll through the Victorian village of Chesapeake City, nestled along the shores of the C&D canal. Capture the essence of Main Street USA o­n a trip to the quaint town of North East with its numerous shops and restaurants, a waterfront park, and a shop that crafts handmade oak baskets.

Savor the great outdoors by visiting o­ne of Cecil County's beautiful state parks for horseback riding, fishing, hiking, bird watching, swimming, or biking. You'll experience lush woods, green fields, waterfront cliffs, long trickling streams, and a covered bridge that offers an echo to passersby. Comb the sandy beach for driftwood treasures, take a stroll to the lighthouse for a magnificent view, or explore the shores in your boat or ours.

Save time for the country zoo with its cast of animal characters, or pack your golf clubs and hit the links. Step up the pace for a race at the Dragway, or slow it down with a drive along Cecil County's Scenic Byways to experience the culture and history of the area. o­ne thing you can count o­n there's something for everyone in Cecil County, Maryland!

• "Family Fun At The Orchard"
• "Yesterdays & The Colonial Fair"
• "10th Annual Upper Bay Rockfish Tournament"
• Fair Hill International's "Festival In The Country"
• Recreation Room
• "Dickens Day"
• Swimming
• "Victorian Candlelight House Tour"