Tuckahoe Creek facts for kids
Tuckahoe Creek is a stream about 21.5 miles (34.6 kilometers) long. It flows into the Choptank River on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Even though it's called a "creek," some people mistakenly call it the "Tuckahoe River."
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What is Tuckahoe Creek?
Tuckahoe Creek is an important waterway in Maryland. It's known for its natural beauty and for being a home to many different plants and animals. The creek is a "tributary," which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger river, in this case, the Choptank River.
Where is Tuckahoe Creek Located?
The creek starts in Caroline County and Queen Anne's County. For part of its journey, it forms the border between these two counties. It flows through Tuckahoe State Park, which is a great place for outdoor activities. The creek also separates the small towns of Queen Anne and Hillsboro.
Creek's Path to the Choptank River
After passing Hillsboro, Tuckahoe Creek continues its journey. Here, it forms the boundary between Caroline County and Talbot County. Finally, the creek empties into the Choptank River, which then flows into the Chesapeake Bay.
Famous Connections to Tuckahoe Creek
Tuckahoe Creek is also famous because of its connection to a very important person in American history.
Birthplace of Frederick Douglass
About two miles south of Queen Anne, near a place where Tapper's Corner Road meets Lewistown Road, a smaller stream flows into Tuckahoe Creek (38°53′04″N 75°57′29″W / 38.8845°N 75.958°W). This area is believed to be the most likely place where Frederick Douglass was born. Frederick Douglass was a famous writer, speaker, and leader who fought for freedom and equal rights for all people. He was born into slavery and later escaped to become a powerful voice against it. His early life near Tuckahoe Creek shaped his experiences and his fight for justice.
