Explore Kent County

The Land Of Pleasant Living

Take advantage of all the Kent County has to offer! Quaint waterfront towns, including Historic Chestertown, Rock Hall, Galena, Betterton, Tolchester and Great Oak, offer sunset cruise charters, small beaches, kayaking, fishing charters, boating, sailing, museums, theaters, art galleries, brick sidewalk shopping, antiquing, farmers’ and Artisans market, local seafood, including the Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab, Maryland’s second largest collection of 18th century structures and more.

A list of frequented and loved places are listed in order by proximity to camp. All words in blue are links for more information.

WORTON

"Downtown" Worton is 7 miles from camp, and about a 15-minute drive on the way to Chestertown. The biggest thing happening in Worton, besides EHC, is the Dollar General! It's an easy stop for supplies. Stop by Lockbriar Farms for a wide variety of local produce, flowers, homemade ice cream, the chickens, and U-Pick! Red Acres Hydroponics Farm stand is another yummy option for local produce.

BETTERTON

Betterton is 5 miles from camp and about a 12-minute drive. You can eat at Marzella’s By the Bay, which is one of our favorite restaurants in Kent County. There is a public beach in Betterton too!

CHESTERTOWN

Chestertown is our “Town” and has plenty of options for dining, activities, and lodging. It is 13 miles away and about a 20-minute drive. Downtown Chestertown is a gorgeous historic area located on the scenic Chester River. Visit here for all the great things to see, do & eat in Chestertown.

ROCK HALL

Rock Hall is 20 miles away and about a 30-minute drive. This popular waterfront town is located on the Chesapeake Bay and has a variety of restaurants and lodging. An EHC family lovingly owns & runs Haven Harbour Marina Resorts!

GALENA

Galena is 15 miles and 25 driving minutes away. Galena has a couple of restaurants and a great Country store and a few B&B’s. Must stops: The Fish Whistle. Eat and stay at the Kitty Knight House. Shop at the Cross Street Market. Enjoy comfort food at Twinnys followed by dessert at Twinnys With a Twist!

GREAT OAK

Great oak is on beautiful Fairlee Creek and is a popular destination with a full service marina, a couple of places to eat, a golf course and 2 places to stay. It’s 14 miles away and about a 25 minute drive. Search Great Oak Manor & Great Oak Marina.

TOLCHESTER

An EHC alumni owns & runs The Inn at Mitchell House which is located in Tolchester on the way to Rock Hall. It’s 18 miles away and about a 30 minute drive. Tolchester Beach has a full service marina and a very fun waterfront destination, The Shanty.