Havre de Grace Boardwalk Webcam — Live Stream from Maryland
Havre de Grace Boardwalk: A Promenade on the Shores of the Chesapeake Bay
The Havre de Grace Boardwalk is a scenic promenade in the city of Havre de Grace, Maryland, stretching along the shoreline of the Chesapeake Bay. This restored boardwalk, approximately 3/4 mile (about 1.2 km) long, runs from Millard Tydings Park to the city marina, offering visitors panoramic views of the bay's waters and the mouth of the Susquehanna River. The live webcam allows you to observe the life of this popular recreational spot in real time.
History of the Boardwalk and Concord Point Lighthouse
The heart of the boardwalk is the historic Concord Point Lighthouse, built in 1827. This lighthouse is one of the oldest in continuous operation on the East Coast of the United States. Master John Donohue erected a tower 36 feet (about 11 meters) high from local Port Deposit granite.
Initially, keepers fueled 9 lamps with whale oil every night until the lighthouse was automated in 1920. The construction cost was $3500 — a significant sum for that time. The lighthouse warned vessels of dangerous currents and shoals at the mouth of the Susquehanna River.
Next to the lighthouse stands the Keeper's House — the keeper's dwelling, built simultaneously in 1827. Originally, it was a small one-story house with a kitchen addition, which was reconstructed in 1884 into a two-story building. Today, the lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is open to visitors.
View from the Boardwalk: Chesapeake Bay and Susquehanna River
The boardwalk is located in a unique spot — at the top of the Chesapeake Bay, where the Susquehanna River flows into the bay. This creates a picturesque panorama with tidal marshes, grassy vegetation, and waters traversed by motorboats and yachts.
The live camera shows the bay's water area with the characteristic grassy vegetation of tidal marshes. Wooden decks and pedestrian walkways with railings leading to the water are visible, as well as the opposite shore in the distance. In the foreground are green shrubs, trees, and a parking lot with cars.
What to Visit Near the Boardwalk
The Havre de Grace Boardwalk is a starting point for exploring the city's attractions. Within walking distance are:
Concord Point Lighthouse and Keeper's House — a historic 1827 lighthouse with a museum in the keeper's dwelling.
Decoy Museum — a museum of hunting decoys for waterfowl, featuring a unique collection of carved decoys.
Maritime Museum — a maritime museum telling the history of navigation on the Chesapeake Bay.
Millard Tydings Memorial Park — a park with green spaces and picnic areas.
City Marina — a marina with yachts and boats, and a brewery with a waterfront view.
On the boardwalk, you can observe wildlife: ducks, geese, ospreys, and bald eagles, which frequently appear in this area.
How to Get to the Havre de Grace Boardwalk
The boardwalk is located in the city of Havre de Grace, Maryland, USA. It can be reached via I-95 or Route 40. Parking is available at Tydings Park. During the warmer months, the Tide Trolley shuttle operates, running between the city's main attractions.
The live camera allows you to assess the boardwalk's busyness and weather conditions before your trip. This is especially useful for those planning to visit the lighthouse or take a stroll along the promenade.
What You Can See on the Camera
The webcam overlooking the Havre de Grace Boardwalk broadcasts a live feed from the promenade in real time. In the foreground are green shrubs and trees, pedestrian walkways with railings, and a parking lot with cars. People stroll along the boardwalk, enjoying the views of the Chesapeake Bay.
The camera captures the bay's water area with tidal marshes and grassy vegetation. On the water — a small motorboat, in the distance — the opposite shore. Wooden decks lead to the water, creating a picturesque picture of Maryland's coastal landscape.
The camera operates around the clock, allowing you to observe the boardwalk at any time of day — from morning fog over the bay to evening sunsets painting the water in golden hues.
