1953 Map of North Beach

About this map

North Beach and Chesapeake Beach anchor the coastline in this mid-century survey of the Calvert County shore. The landscape transitions from the sandy stretches of Rose Haven near the Anne Arundel County line to the specialized terrain of the U S Naval Reservation further south. Inland, the map reveals a rural network of crossroads and family settlements such as Mt Harmony, Sunderland, and Friendship, interconnected by winding roads that follow the ridges above Fishing Creek and Hall Creek. Local life is centered around community pillars like All Saints Ch, St Edmonds Ch, and the Beach Sch. The coastal character is defined by a series of planned retreats and colonies, including Randle Cliff Beach, Holiday Beach, and Camp Roosevelt, showcasing the area's development as a regional destination for Chesapeake Bay recreation before the heavy suburban expansion of later decades.