Mendinhall Lake

Located in Kent County, Maryland

Mendinhall Lake is only 10 miles from the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown in Baltimore, Maryland. The Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is 80 miles away.

ACME Markets is an excellent choice when grocery shopping; it's only nine miles away. As a bonus, you are only 87 miles from Baltimore.

A Small, Private Paradise

Mendinhall Lake is a three-acre pond nestled off the Chesapeake Bay. Residents enjoy taking their canoe or kayak out for a spin here. If you're looking to cast a line out, expect to catch largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, snakehead, and channel catfish.

Entrance to the Chesapeake Bay

This lake also serves as a launchpad into the Chesapeake Bay. The largest estuary in the United States is known for many things, most notably its commercial shellfishing industry.

Kayaking along the more than 11,000 miles of shoreline is one popular way to spend your time here. Other watersports like jet skiing, water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing, and fishing are also popular here.

Fish for oysters and blue crabs, ready for you to pick them. If you're looking to cast a hook and line out, expect to find striped bass, flounder, red drum, speckled trout, Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and more!

Around the Town

Now, suppose you get hungry while staying in the Chestertown area. In that case, these spots are a must: Phat Daddy's BBQ Shack, Uncle Charlie's Bistro Luisa's Cucina Italiana, Germaine's, Shanty Bar.

Once you have had your fill, you can see some sights the town offers; Watermen's Museum, Tuckahoe Railroad Bridge, Pirate Adventures on the Chesapeake, Historical Society-Kent County; to name a few. All of these locations are 30 minutes or less from the lake.

Visit Baltimore

The Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place is home to the iconic landmark that was the first of its kind dedicated to George Washington. You can climb up the tower for a view of the city or take a tour of the monuments gallery and learn about George Washington and our nation.

Visit the Top of the World Observation Level and enjoy a breath-taking view of Baltimore. Enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime view with friends and family.

Port Discovery Children’s Museum has an abundance of exhibits and programs that are hands-on. This is the perfect place to learn all about the world around you.

After a day exploring the city, enjoy a bite to eat at one of the city’s favorite spots like SoBo Cafe, Stanford Grill, or the Helmand.

Stay Awhile

With so many things to do on and off Mendinhall Lake, it's the perfect match for anyone looking to settle down and retire or have a fun place to go during the summer.