Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore is a region where history, culture, and nature come together in remarkable ways. From the sandy beaches and winding marsh creeks of the lower Chesapeake to the mysterious black waters of the Pocomoke River and the quiet coastal bays behind Assateague Island, this area offers endless opportunities to connect with both the outdoors and the state’s heritage.

The Pocomoke River and its watershed make up the ultimate playground for outdoor enthusiasts on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore. The Pocomoke is the perfect backdrop for camping, fishing, paddling, hunting, birding, hiking, and even mountain biking. 

Maryland’s coastal bays have been a top destination for outdoor adventures like recreational fishing, watersports, and waterfront dining for decades. On any given sunny summer day, the Isle of Wight, Assawoman, and Sinepuxent Bays behind Ocean City are typically packed with recreational boaters, jetskis, parasails, fishing charters, and even floating tiki bars. But as you venture further south into Newport and Chincoteague Bays, the boat traffic thins out and the landscape sh

From the Wicomico River to the Pocomoke Sound, this corner of the Chesapeake offers some unique hiking options, ample paddling opportunities, and some of the best sunsets in all of Maryland. We’ve rounded up some of our top picks to help you get outdoors and make the most of the area.

The Dogfish Inn sits right at that sweet spot. Nestled in the historic district, this stylish boutique hotel is just a short walk or bike ride from some of Delmarva’s best trails, beaches, and waterways. 

There’s now a sweeter way to explore trails on Maryland’s Eastern Shore - lace up your boots and start hiking the Maryland Ice Cream Trail. No, it’s not an actual trail paved with sprinkles or even a rocky road (see what we did there?😉). The Maryland Ice Cream Trail ties together 14 dairy farms from the mountains to the beach that produce their own farm-fresh, Maryland-made ice cream.

It can be hard for people to know if Bombay Hook or Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is better to visit, so it’s time for another “This-or-That” post, where we break it all down for you.

Not every trail is kid-friendly. In 2020, my son couldn’t handle much more than a mile without whining and asking for snacks. We still get outside frequently now, but hiking alone usually doesn’t interest him. But if our destination has some kid-friendly “extras” he’s all for it. He enjoys exploring places that have a variety of scenery and a variety of things to do. With all the time we’ve spent venturing outdoors, I’ve developed a list of my own favorite kid-friendly trails

Not sure whether or not you want to visit Assateague, Maryland or Assateague, Virginia? We’re here to break it all down so you can decide.

The tiny village of Woodland, Delaware, is probably not the first place that comes to mind when planning a day full of outdoor adventures.

We walk trails, visit parks, hunt state forests, relax on beaches, fish from public piers, and play on playgrounds all the time without...

Believe it or not, there are eight (yes - 8!) National Wildlife Refuges on the Delmarva peninsula, with six of them open for visitation.

A large, new trail system is well underway just outside of Berlin, MD. his new tract of land currently has 12 miles of trails to explore.

Use this list of scheduled First Day Hikes to find a hiking trail or ranger-led hike near you on New Year's Day.

So you want to go hiking this winter, but you're worried about hunting? Don't let the unknown stop you! If you don't hunt, or you don't...

There are a number of accessible and stroller-friendly trails on Delmarva but locating those trails is a challenge - until now.

Pirates Wharf Park in Wicomico County has many outdoor recreation amenities to offer along the Wicomico River.

Going for a hike is sometimes the best way to clear your mind and get back in touch with Mother Nature. Immersing yourself in the...

While the eastern shore of Virginia may not have as many trails as Maryland’s eastern shore or Delaware, it seems as though almost every...

Maryland’s eastern shore is the quintessential place to find boardwalk trails. Much of the eastern shore is flat and filled with wetlands...