Cornfield Harbour

Cornfield Harbor

Cornfield Harbor is a bay located at the southern end of St. Mary’s County, Maryland, near Point Lookout, where the Potomac River meets the Chesapeake Bay. This natural cove lies just inside the point and is a well-known stopover for pleasure sailors cruising between the bay and the Potomac.

The anchorage is particularly well protected from north and northeast winds. According to nautical guides, depths in the anchorage area are generally 6 to 7 feet at mean low water, which is suitable for several cruising sailboats. Protection from southerly winds remains limited. The muddy bottom generally provides good anchor holding, but depths and conditions vary by location. The presence of crab pots can also complicate the choice of an anchoring position.

The bay is bordered by natural shorelines and is close to Point Lookout State Park, a state park occupying the southern tip of the peninsula. The area is known for its beaches, trails, and historic heritage. The Point Lookout Lighthouse, which marks the entrance to the Potomac, is an important navigational landmark in this part of the bay.

Nearby is Lake Conoy, a body of water accessible by a privately marked channel from Cornfield Harbor. The state park includes recreational facilities and areas dedicated to fishing and wildlife observation. The nearest marine services are limited, and the area does not have a shopping center or restaurants directly accessible on foot from the anchorage.

Cornfield Harbor is primarily used as an overnight anchorage for boats continuing north or heading into the Potomac. Before dropping anchor there, it is important to consult up-to-date nautical charts, check depths, and take into account wind conditions, currents, and commercial fishing activity.