SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Ice cream is a sweet treat for all to enjoy, especially as temperatures rise in the summer. From St. Mary’s to Calvert, there are dozens of delicious stops you can make for ice cream in Southern Maryland. The BayNet is bringing you our picks for the best frozen treats around the Chesapeake Bay, along with where you’ll find them.
If you’re looking for a fun activity, consider hiking the Ice Cream Trail!
Landon’s Ices & Creams
Nestled in La Plata, there are few other ice cream shops in Charles County that can compete with the creamy texture offered by Landon’s Ices & Creams. Not only does Landon’s serve a variety of ice cream cakes and classic flavors, but it’s homemade, too. Through a combination of passion and high-quality ingredients, Landon’s Ices & Creams was born to serve delicious scoops of chocolate and vanilla to the Southern Maryland community. For those who like saving a few bucks, Landon’s has a Facebook coupon just for you!
Address: 505 Charles St., La Plata, MD 20646
The Salted Scoop
If you’re looking for a frozen treat in Leonardtown, then The Salted Scoop is the perfect stop. This shop regularly rotates its flavor selection, while customers seeking a unique experience can try one of their special sundaes. Leonardtown is a great place to explore on a hot summer’s day, especially with a scoop of delicious ice cream. The Salted Scoop even hosts birthday parties, so it’s a fun spot to celebrate, too!
Address: 22699 Washington St., Leonardtown, MD 20650
Heritage Chocolates
Another option for residents of Leonardtown, Heritage Chocolates is a candy shop that also happens to serve gelato, a cold treat for the whole family. Though this chocolate shop may not prioritize ice cream as its main product, it’s one of the only places you can get gelato scooped in St. Mary’s County. Whether you prefer the texture of ice cream or gelato is your favorite frozen dessert, Leonardtown is worth a visit as we enter summer.
Address: 22795 Washington St., Leonardtown, MD 20650
Mrs. Moo’s Corner
For a delicious picnic filled with milkshakes and sandwiches, plan a visit to Mrs. Moo’s Corner. Ice cream flavors differ by day, with classics like chocolate, vanilla and even cotton candy. Currently, Mrs. Moo’s is running a promotion, offering customers a chance to win $500 when they leave a dish review. Mango sorbet is also served for those seeking a fruit-based treat, so everyone will find something they like!
Address: 3915 Hallowing Point Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Annapolis Ice Cream Company
Exploring Main Street in Annapolis is even more exciting with a cone from the Annapolis Ice Cream Company. Voted the best spot for ice cream in Annapolis for 20 consecutive years, they serve a delicious assortment of seasonal flavors, so every stop at the Annapolis Ice Cream Company will fill you with wonder. If breakfast cereal is your jam, then check out their Lucky Charms and Cap’n Crunch flavors for a unique scoop!
Address: 196 Main St., Annapolis, MD 21401
Shady Side Soft Serve Ice Cream
For a scoop of your favorite flavor in Anne Arundel County, Shady Side Soft Serve has a wide variety. Soft serve isn’t all that’s sold here, though, as milkshakes and even snow cones are all on the menu. Shady Side is a fun town to explore near Southern Maryland, so make sure to make a detour to this popular ice cream spot if you find yourself in Anne Arundel this summer.
Address: 6171 Shady Side Road, Shady Side, MD 20764
Honorable Mentions
There are plenty of great ice cream shops in Maryland, so The BayNet has compiled a brief list of honorable mentions for you to check out:
- Bruster’s Real Ice Cream – 23825 Mervell Dean Rd., Hollywood, MD 20636
- Twin Kiss Ice Cream – 7415 Crain Hwy., La Plata, MD 20646
- BRRRR Ice Cream, Shakes and Crepes – 14636 Solomons Island Road S., Solomons, MD 20688
Don’t Miss National Ice Cream Day!
National Ice Cream Day lands on July 20, 2025. Some shops may offer free ice cream and other frozen treats to customers who visit on the special day, so make sure to ask your local shop if they plan to participate.
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Bruster’s Ice Cream is usually melting before they even hand it to you. I can see why they weren’t near the top of the list.