5 Gunpowder Falls State Park - Hammerman Beach, Baltimore County. The Hammerman area of this large state park has a popular beach and swimming area—get there early to make sure you get a great spot. Amenities: There's a concession stand, small boat launch and a place to rent kayaks and paddleboards, too. read more
Baltimore is a port city, not a beach city. There are no famous beaches there. There are a couple of artificial beachy type sites with sand, but no real beaches, famous or not. read more
Best Places For Fresh Fish In BaltimoreSituated directly on the most famous bay on the East Coast, Baltimore is particularly well-known for its seafood. Everyone in Maryland knows where to go for the best fresh crabs or oysters, but there is less talk about Baltimore's fish. read more