Upper Magothy Beach is located at the intersection of Cockey Creek with the Magothy River. Cockey Creek is a navigable creek. The Magothy River is a tidal river. Its name is said to come from the abundance of mosquito larvae, maggots, in the river. Popular activities in the area include boating, swimming, and clamming.
Upper Magothy Beach is located at the intersection of Cockey Creek with the Magothy River. Cockey Creek is a navigable creek. The Magothy River is a tidal river. Its name is said to come from the abundance of mosquito larvae, maggots, in the river. Popular activities in the area include boating, swimming, and clamming.
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