Calvert Cliffs Red Trail

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Calvert Cliffs Red Trail

Family-friendly woodland trail in Calvert Cliffs State Park.

Rating

Length

1.8 mi

Difficulty

3

County

calvert

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About This Trail

A 3.8-mile woodland trail leading to a sandy Chesapeake Bay beach where over 600 species of Miocene-era fossils lie embedded in the cliffs. Shark teeth and ancient scallop shells can be sifted from the sand, making this a top family destination on Maryland’s western shore.

Location

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Coordinates: 38.4024872, -76.4085388

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Getting There

From Prince Frederick, take Route 2/4 south approximately 14 miles. Exit onto H.G. Trueman Road to Calvert Cliffs State Park. The 1.8-mile Red Trail is the shortest route to the beach from the main lot.

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