Sassafras River

Sassafras River is a river in Maryland that flows for approximately 20 miles from its headwaters in Pennsylvania to its confluence with the Chesapeake Bay. It separates Cecil County to the east from Kent County to the west. The river is well known for its scenic beauty, filled with lush forests, wildlife, marshes, and tributaries that provide excellent fishing, boating, and recreational opportunities. The river's name is derived from the sassafras trees that grow along its banks, which have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries