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. 

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 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...

Hear me out. Delmarva could be an internationally recognized destination for paddling. There are thousands of miles of waterways to explore.

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

This article was originally written by Laura Scharle (Creator of Delmarva Trails & Waterways) for the Delmarva Courier newspaper. The...

This article was originally written by Laura Scharle (Creator of Delmarva Trails & Waterways) for the Chesapeake Conservancy 's website,...

This article was originally written by Laura Scharle (Creator of Delmarva Trails & Waterways) for the Chesapeake Conservancy 's website,...

This article was originally written by Laura Scharle (Creator of Delmarva Trails & Waterways) for the Chesapeake Conservancy 's website,...

A fun, suggested itinerary on how to spend a weekend paddling in and around Cape Charles, Virginia

A great list of places to launch and paddle between Fenwick Island and Ocean View, Delaware.

Delaware Seashore State Park boasts a 6.5-mile coastline that helps strike a balance in the rapid development of the region.

The Nature Conservancy refers to it as “one of the last pieces of true wilderness on the East Coast,” and there is no doubt in my mind that

It’s no secret that the Eastern Shore of Maryland is an outdoorsman's paradise and a place of exceptional beauty and powerful history lesson