Elkton, County seat in Cecil County, Maryland
Located at the head of navigation on the Elk River, Elkton covers 8.61 square miles of land and contains multiple residential neighborhoods and commercial districts.
Swedish mariners and fishermen from Fort Casimir established the settlement in 1694, initially naming it Head of Elk due to its position on the river.
The town maintains several public parks, including Marina Park, Meadow Park, and Eder Park, where residents participate in sports and community gatherings throughout the year.
Cecil Transit provides public transportation services throughout Elkton, connecting residents to essential locations while U.S. Route 40 serves as the main highway through town.
Between 1920 and 1938, Elkton issued over 16,000 marriage licenses annually, attracting numerous couples seeking rapid ceremonies due to lenient marriage regulations.
Location: Cecil County
Inception: 1787
Elevation above the sea: 9 m
Website: http://elkton.org
GPS coordinates: 39.60778,-75.82972
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:35
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