Charles County Guide 

Located only 18 miles from Washington, DC, Charles County is the gateway to historic Southern Maryland.  On April 13, 1658, the governors council established Charles County, Maryland's fifth county, named in honor of Charles Calvert.  The boundaries were not clearly established until 1695, when the upper part of the territory became Prince George's County.  From rolling hills, to large urban areas, to quiet waterfront, Charles County has much to offer, step inside and take a peek as the history of Charles County tells its tale.