Waterways define the Southern Maryland region, where the Potomac and Patuxent Rivers, along with their tributaries, meet the Chesapeake Bay. From these waters comes the iconic eastern oyster, Crassostrea virginica, a staple of the region’s culture, economy, and cuisine.
The Southern Maryland Oyster Guide celebrates this heritage and the thriving aquaculture community that continues to grow it—inviting visitors to experience oysters fresh from local farms and restaurants that reflect generations of watermen traditions.








