Prince Frederick is an unincorporated community in Calvert County, Maryland with many unique attractions. Prince Frederick is home to the Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, a local nature preserve that protects forested wetland near the town and the Arthur Storer Planetarium, located on the grounds of Calvert High School. The American Chestnut Land Trust is a non-profit organization that protects land within the Parkers Creek and Governor’s Run watersheds. Spider Hall Farm is a working farm that grows corn, grain, and tobacco and runs a popular Farm Stand with local produce, milk, cheese, ice cream, meats and much more. The best time to visit Prince Frederick is during the Calvert County Fair, held every fall at the Calvert County Fairgrounds.
Go for a walk in Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary
Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary is a forested wetland near the town of Prince Frederick, Calvert County. The sanctuary protects one of the northernmost sites where bald cypress trees grow naturally in North America. It is also the only large stand of these trees on the western shore of Maryland. The site covers 100 acres, about one percent of the 10,060-acre watershed of Battle Creek. A part of it is open to the public as a park. It has a nature center and quarter-mile long boardwalk over the swamp. The Calvert County operates it today as a county park. In addition to the cypress, the sanctuary protects many songbirds including prothonotary warbler and waterthrush, frogs and several species of wildflowers.
Address: 2880 Grays Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, Phone: 410-535-5327
Visit the interpretive trails at the American Chestnut Land Trust
The American Chestnut Land Trust is a non-profit organization that was established in 1986 to protect, care for and share land within the Parkers Creek and Governor’s Run watersheds. Their goal is to prevent losing special natural and cultural places for the benefit of future generations. It is today a tranquil 3,000-acre area with 22 miles of hiking trails, interpretive trails, historic structures, community farm and guided canoe trips.
Address: 676 Double Oak Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, Phone: 410-414-3400
Take a tour of Spider Hall Farm
Spider Hall Farm is a working farm that grows corn, grain, and tobacco located near Prince Frederick. The farm runs a popular Farm Stand selling milk, cheese, meat, ice cream, canned goods, baked goods, seasonal produce, and much more. During the annual October Festival, the farm offers hay rides, corn maze, games, pumpkins and more. The farm also offers tours for those, adults and children, who want to learn more about how a farm works, as well as agricultural education for groups of school kids.
Address: 3915 Hallowing Point Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, Phone: 410-610-0094
Dine on great seafood at Jerry's Place Restaurant
While Jerry retired, Jerry's Place Restaurant which open in 1983 still has the atmosphere he created – warm, cozy place where families come to enjoy fresh seafood. It is run today by Jerry’s children, grandchildren, nieces , nephews, and friends, who keep his legacy, the atmosphere, the high level of service and, of course, great menu. The quirky restaurant’s main feature is wall-to-wall amazing colorful murals depicting family scenes. The menu consists entirely of seafood – fish, crabs, oysters, haddock and more. Jerry’s has a small but great selection of wines and beer. Don’t forget to leave some space for Jerry’s amazing home-made desserts.
Address: 1541 Solomons Island Rd S, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, Phone: 410-535-3242
Have a family meal at Brick Wood Fired Bistro
Brick Wood Fired Bistro is all about the Fire. This upscale, refined restaurant has great, warm atmosphere created by exposed brick walls covered in art, dark wood floors, crisp white tablecloths and comfortable private booths. Everything on the menu, from baking breads, to roasting fish, baking pizzas and cooking steaks and oysters have been touched by fire one way or another.
Address: 60 Sherry Ln, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, Phone: 443-486-5799
Visit the European-inspired tasting room at Running Hare Vineyard
Experience a bit of Tuscany and France together with the feel of California’s Napa Valley right in the heart of Southern Maryland. The beautiful Running Hare Vineyard boasts of its world-class wines and scenic landscapes, which imitate the beauty of the European countryside. The tasting room, set in the middle of the vineyard, welcomes visitors to sample some of Maryland’s finest wines created using only the best vines and barrels.
Address: 150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678, Phone: 410-414-8486
Solve riddles at Clue IQ
Clue IQ in Frederick offers a fun and immersive experience for families and groups of friends. Essentially an escape room, the Clue IQ games have been masterfully set up to offer a premium escape room experience that you are unlikely to forget. You and your team will need to put your heads together to solve the riddles and beat the room within your allotted 60 minutes.
Address: Clue IQ, 103 S. Carroll Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 240 815 6458
See the wildflower display at Parkers Creek
Home to one of the largest forest lands in Calvert County, Parkers Creek provides visitors with the opportunity to explore plenty of beautiful landscapes and wildlife. The 2,000-acre protected park has a rich topography of dry and sandy woodlands, cool ravines, and dense wetlands. Thanks to its unique geological and hydrological activity, the land possesses incredibly fertile soil producing magnificent wildflower displays during the springtime.
Address: Parkers Creek, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678, Phone: 410-414-3400
Take a swim class at the Edward T. Hall Aquatic Center
Committed to providing aquatic programs to the Calvert community, the Edward T. Hall Aquatic Center is home to a wide range of world-class facilities for all ages. There are several heated pools including a 10-lane lapping pool and a zero-entry leisure pool with fun slides for kids to enjoy. Adults can exclusively make use of the 100-degree hot tub and a therapy pool, which has walking bars along with an underwater bench and exercise well.
Address: 130 Auto Drive, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678, Phone: 410-414-8350
Take a tour of Mully’s Brewery
Mully’s Brewery has remained small and independent to keep quality at the forefront of its production. Each 500-gallon batch is lovingly designed and brewed by hand in-house within their Prince Frederick brewery. Sample their creations at the Mully’s Brewery tasting room alongside live music, sporting shows, games, and delicious food. Visitors are also welcome to tour the brewhouse for a better understanding and appreciation of the brewing craft.
Address: 141 Schooner Lane, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678, Phone: 443-968-9426
