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Attractions/Sites
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A listing of some of the scenic and interesting places in Cecil County. |
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Big Elk Creek Covered Bridge
410.398.1246
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Circa 1860. Located in beautiful Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area. This historic wood bridge spans the Big Elk Creek that winds its way through 5600 acres of preserved land. Located in FHNRMA. |
Cecil County Dragway
1573 Theodore Rd.
North East, MD 21901
410.287.6280
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Drag racing excitement from March to December. |
Conowingo Dam and
Hydroelectric Plant
410.457.5011 |
This power generation station was built in 1928, and stretches across scenic Susquehanna River. It generates 512,000 kilowatts of electricity, and is one of the largest plants of its kind in the US. Conowingo Dam conducts shad restoration programs. Tours by appointment.
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Crystal Beach
End of Rt. 282 (west),
Earleville
410.275.8083
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Public sandy beach on the Elk river with a wonderful view of Turkey Point. Concession stand, picnic tables, admission. |
Day Basket Factory
714 S. Main Street
North East
410.287.6100
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An antique market surrounds a small factory and shop where oak baskets are still hand crafted as they were over 100 years ago. Using techniques passed down through the generations, an array of baskets are produced that are worth their "Lifetime Guarantee"!
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Gilpin's Falls Covered Bridge
Rt.
272, north of I-95
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Drive past this 1860 covered bridge located right off 272 north of I-95. It once spanned a stream to allow horses, wagons and their riders to reach a mill located on the other side.
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Mount Harmon Plantation
Located off Grove Neck Road
on Mt. Harmon Road.
410.275.8819 |
Circa 1730. This colonial plantation is located on a magnificent scenic knoll outside Earleville overlooking creeks and inlets of the Sassafras River. Tours of the furnished manor house, tobacco prize house, and detached plantation kitchen are available. Open May-Sept.
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Plumpton Park Zoo
1416 Telegraph Rd
Rising Sun
410.658.6850 |
A fascinating country zoo in a lovely peaceful setting. The zoo has over 250 animals including a beautiful Siberian tiger, zebras, giraffes, monkey, cougar, camels, deer, and more. A picnic area and playground are on site.
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Rodgers Tavern
410.642.6066 |
A restored tavern from 1740, used today for meetings, weddings, events, tours, museum and a gift shop. Located on the banks of the Susquehanna River, it was a prosperous ferryboat landing in colonial years. The tavern was frequented by famous folks like Washington, Lafayette, Rochambeau, and Madison.
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Turkey Point Lighthouse
410.287.5333 |
A one-mile stretch of wooded trail at Elk Neck State Park leads you to Turkey Point Lighthouse. On a scenic bluff 100 feet above the waves, you can stand next to the lighthouse and view five rivers flowing together to form the Chesapeake Bay.
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Elk Landing
410.620.6400 |
Site restoration is underway for a future living history destination. Elk Landing will interpret the American lifestyles and events from the 1770's to early 1800s.
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Principio Iron Works
410.642.2358 |
A historic site with fascinating history, outbuildings, original office, mansion, and furnace remains. Tours by appointment. |
