Popular Local Destinations
Things To See and Do
Six Flags America
There are plenty of things to do for all members of your family, from youngest to oldest and biggest to smallest. Choose from several different thrill rides, family/kids rides, water rides & parks and more all in one spot close to camp. Group pricing is available, please call for information.
Estimated Driving Time: 20 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 12 miles
Address: 13170 Central Ave, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Phone: (301) 249-1500
Website: www.sixflags.com/america
Chesapeake/North Beach
From the water park in Chesapeake Beach to the beach and boardwalk of North Beach, you can find something neat in these two towns nestled in our very own Chesapeake Bay.
Estimated Driving Time: 25 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 15 miles
Address: 8200 Bayside Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
Phone: (410) 257-2230
Website: www.chesapeake-beach.md.us/ OR www.ci.north-beach.md.us/
Washington, DC
Monuments, museums and memorials –oh my! There are so many places to see in DC, you could spend years visiting. Please ask our friendly office staff for more information and rider/street maps of the city.
Estimated Driving Time: 35 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 15 miles
Address: 901 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 789-7000
Website: www.washington.org/
Annapolis
Maryland’s capitol and maritime city, be sure to take a walk through the downtown historic parts where you can visit taverns, shops and inns as old as the late 1700s.
Estimated Driving Time: 25 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 17 miles
Address: 26 West St, Annapolis, MD 21402
Phone: (410) 280-0445
Website: www.visitannapolis.org/
Six Flags America
There are plenty of things to do for all members of your family, from youngest to oldest and biggest to smallest. Choose from several different thrill rides, family/kids rides, water rides & parks and more all in one spot close to camp. Group pricing is available, please call for information.
Estimated Driving Time: 20 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 12 miles
Address: 13170 Central Ave, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Phone: (301) 249-1500
Website: www.sixflags.com/america
United States Naval Academy
Visit the second oldest service academy out of the five in the United States. Established in 1845, this institution has helped train many notable figures in our military history such as John McCain and George Dewey.
Estimated Driving Time: 35 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 21 miles
Address: 121 Blake Rd, Annapolis, MD 21402
Phone: (410) 293-1000
Website: www.usna.edu/
NASA Goddard Visitor Center
Exciting activities, exhibits and events will be a fun learning experience for everyone. Check-out their innovative work in Earth science, astrophysics, heliophysics, planetary science, engineering, communication and technology development.
Estimated Driving Time: 26 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 24 miles
Address: 8800 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD 20771
Phone: (301) 286-2000
Website: www.nasa.gov/goddard
National Zoo
One of most popular tourist attractions in DC, the zoo is free of charge and full of interesting animals from all around the world. The whole family is sure to enjoy this trip.
Estimated Driving Time: 41 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 27 miles
Address: 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 633-4888
Website: www.nationalzoo.si.edu/
Mount Vernon
Home of the first elected president, George Washington, showcasing plantation life in the 18th century. Explore the gardens, museum and other programs of this historic property, all of which has been beautifully restored.
Estimated Driving Time: 36 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 30 miles
Address: 3200 Mt Vernon Mem Hwy, Mt Vernon, VA 22121
Phone: (703) 780-2000
Website: www.mountvernon.org/
Baltimore
The largest city in Maryland features some of the best tourist stops in the state. From the National Aquarium to the Inner Harbor, Maryland Science Center, B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore Zoo and more, this is one city you don’t want to miss.
Estimated Driving Time: 45 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 35 miles
Address: 401 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: (877) 225-8466
Website: www.baltimore.org/
Fort McHenry
This famous fort successfully defeated British forces during the War of 1812 and was the inspiration for Francis Scott Key’s “Defence of Fort M’Henry” or Star Spangled Banner, our national anthem. Established as a national monument in 1925, this is a must-see spot in the Baltimore area.
Estimated Driving Time: 55 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 41 miles
Address: 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: (410) 962-4290
Website: www.nps.gov/fomc/index.htm
American Visionary Arts Museum
This unique museum features some of the wildest art pieces you’ll ever see. The artwork is created by self-taught individuals, usually without formal training, following their own personal visions. A must-see in the Baltimore-area.
Estimated Driving Time: 56 minutes
Estimated Mileage: 43 miles
Address: 800 Key Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: (410) 244-1900
Website: www.avam.org/