1910 Map of Prince Frederick

About this map

The Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay define this Southern Maryland peninsula during a transitional period of coastal development and river-based commerce. The landscape is characterized by a dense network of water-to-land transfer points, including Magruder Ferry and numerous specialized landings such as White Landing, Milltown Landing, and Deep Landing. These sites illustrate the region's reliance on the river for transport prior to the full expansion of modern roads. Inland, the county seat at Prince Frederick serves as a central hub, while the northern part of the map shows the Chesapeake Beach RR terminating at the resort town of Chesapeake Beach. Unique place names like Parran Sandy Bottom and Cocktown provide specific genealogical markers for local family history, while coastal landmarks like Holland Point and Hog Pt Hog Island mark the evolving shoreline of the bay.