Outdoor Cooking in Calvert County, MD (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Calvert County, Maryland.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Calvert County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
BBQ & Propane Rules
In Calvert County outside Chesapeake Beach and North Beach, using a gas grill, pull-behind grill, smoker or deep fryer on county park property is illegal unless it's part of an approved special event or the Parks Director has given express written authorization, per Calvert County Code § 82-2-101A(30).
Gas Grills Restricted in Calvert Parks
Significant RestrictionsCalvert County Code § 82-2-101A(30)
It is unlawful for any person in or on park property to: ... Use gas grills, pull-behind grills, smokers, or deep fryers unless permitted as part of a special event or with express written authorization from the Director.
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