MARYLAND · COASTAL SOURCE DIRECTORY
Worcester County, Maryland coastal access references
Compare separately managed Atlantic shores and coastal bay arrivals in Worcester County, Maryland. Public day-use shores and registered-guest amenities retain their different access and swimming limits.
This directory contains 28 source references: 10 named-shore guide summaries and 18 DNR coastal water-access observations. Summaries may overlap inventory references; these are not counts of distinct beaches, usable crossings or a complete county access inventory. Other retained river/creek or unresolved candidates remain private pending documented coastal setting and arrival scope.
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Source scope, current operation and beach eligibility remain separate.
Ocean City Beach
Named place or source referenceEvidence and activity scopeCurrent-use limits
Ocean City BeachNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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The Town describes free public beach. Reach it through public boardwalk approaches or designated dune crossovers; this does not grant access through private hotel or club property.Responsible source ↗Assateague Island National Seashore — Maryland Ocean Beach
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Assateague Island National Seashore — Maryland Ocean BeachNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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Use the Maryland Route 611/Verrazano Bridge entrance, Bayberry Drive and the signed North or South Ocean Beach parking/walkovers. No road connects this island district to Virginia.Responsible source ↗Assateague State Park Beach
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Assateague State Park BeachNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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Public day-use beach arrival via Route 611 across the Verrazano Bridge, then the signed day-use parking/contact station. Campground loops serve registered campers.Responsible source ↗Public Landing Beach
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Public Landing BeachNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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County manager explicitly offers beach with adjacent parking; DNR directs visitors past ramp toward beach. This does not make the pier/ramp the swimming entrance.Responsible source ↗Public Landing Boat RampDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline. Open entrance details
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DNR source water body: Chincoteague Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-07-14, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: Varies by Season; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: UNPAVED / LARGE greater than20. The ramp is at the north end at the small boat harbor at Public Landing Road and Outten Road. The hours of operation are 5 am - 12 pm. Worcester County law prohibits camping, alcohol, commercial use and overnight parking of vehicles or trailers at this site.Responsible source ↗Public Landing - soft accessDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline. Open entrance details
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DNR source water body: Chincoteague Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-07-14, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: Day Light; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: UNPAVED / MED 5 -20. Non-motorized vessels should launch at the south end of the beach, near the temporary restroom. Load and unload vessels in the parking area. Do not drive on the sand. Worcester County law prohibits camping, alcohol, commercial use and overnight parking of vehicles or trailers at this site.Responsible source ↗Homer Gudelsky Park Beach
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Homer Gudelsky Park BeachNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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County manager documents public casual waterfront access at end Old Bridge Road. Use county approach and avoid neighboring private driveways.Responsible source ↗Homer Gudelsky ParkDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline. Open entrance details
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DNR source water body: Isle of Wight Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-03-22, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 6am - sunset; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / SMALL less than5. This site is primarily for beach use, fishing, and water views, but small non-motorized vessels can be launched from the sandy beach. Parking is extremely limited. This site is located near the Ocean City inlet so boat traffic, tides and currents should be taken into consideration if launching from here.Responsible source ↗Assateague Bayside Beach
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Assateague Bayside BeachNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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Follow the Maryland NPS entrance and Bayside Drive to its signed bayfront day-use/rental area. The State Park marina before the bridge is a different arrival.Responsible source ↗Assateague - Bayside Drive/KayakDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline. Open entrance details
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DNR source water body: Sinepuxent Bay. The NPS Bayside Drive bayfront day-use/launch reference; shoreline and swimming scope are explained in its separate guide. Dated source record (edited 2021-12-08, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: ; fee/permit: Yes; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / LARGE greater than20. This access site is in the Assateague Island National Seashore. There is an admittance fee, for more information go online: www.nps.gov/asis/index.htmResponsible source ↗Old Ferry Landing Beach — Assateague
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Old Ferry Landing Beach — AssateagueNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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Follow Old Ferry Landing Road inside the Maryland NPS developed area to the small bayfront recreation area. Do not substitute the mainland State Park marina.Responsible source ↗Assateague - Old Ferry LandingDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline. Open entrance details
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DNR source water body: Sinepuxent Bay. The NPS Old Ferry Landing bayfront day-use/launch reference; shoreline and swimming scope are explained in its separate guide. Dated source record (edited 2021-12-08, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: ; fee/permit: Yes; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / MED 5 -20. This access site is in the Assateague Island National Seashore. A fee is required to enter. The access point is shell. For more information go online: www.nps.gov/asis/index.htmResponsible source ↗Isle of Wight Nature Park Beach
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Isle of Wight Nature Park BeachNamed-shore guide summaryNamed public day-use shoreCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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DNR and County identify the park’s public soft access. Follow the park road to the first bend and documented put-in; this does not establish swimming permission or unrestricted shore boundaries.Responsible source ↗Sun Outdoors Ocean City Guest Beach
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Sun Outdoors Ocean City Guest BeachNamed-shore guide summaryRegistered-guest access onlyCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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Restricted guest access: reserve a lawful stay and register at the Welcome Center. Do not arrive expecting public beach admission; ask the operator about current registered-visitor or day-access eligibility.Responsible source ↗Oceanic Motel Bayside Guest Beach
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Oceanic Motel Bayside Guest BeachNamed-shore guide summaryRegistered-guest access onlyCurrent operation, seasonal services and swimming scope remain separate; read this guide. Open entrance details
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Restricted hotel-guest amenity: make a lawful accommodation booking and check in at Oceanic Motel. No non-guest pass or general public crossing is established.Responsible source ↗Coastal source references
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George Island LandingDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Chincoteague Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2025-08-19, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / LARGE greater than20. Responsible source ↗Taylors LandingDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Chincoteague Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-03-22, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / LARGE greater than20. Located 3 miles east of Girdletree off Rt. 12.Responsible source ↗Mason LandingDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Massey Creek. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-03-22, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / MED 5 -20. There is a boardwalk/bulkhead loacted to the right of the ramp. Please note there is drop off to 4 feet at end of ramp.Responsible source ↗South PointDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Sinepuxent Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-03-22, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / MED 5 -20. Responsible source ↗Assateague State Park mainland marina / boat launchDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Sinepuxent Bay. Mainland State Park marina/boat-launch reference before the Verrazano Bridge. This is not the State Park Atlantic beach arrival. Dated source record (edited 2021-12-08, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: Day Light; fee/permit: Yes; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / LARGE greater than20. There is a fee box at this access site. Check the State Parks website for current rates. These boat ramps are suitable for boats up to 20 feet. Certain activities are permitted outside of the regular park hours (e.g. boat launching and fishing where permitted).Responsible source ↗West Ocean CityDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Sinepuxent Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2025-03-24, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / LARGE greater than 20. There are six launching lanes at this facility. Overnight parking is not allowed for boats, trailers or vehicles.Responsible source ↗Gum Point LandingDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Turville Creek. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-06-08, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: Dawn to Dusk; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: GRASS / LARGE greater than20. Responsible source ↗Shell Mill LandingDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Bishopville Prong/St. Martin River. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2025-03-24, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / LARGE greater than20. ADA accessible parking for cars and trailers is available.Responsible source ↗Lewis Road Canoe and Kayak LaunchDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Ayer Creek. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-03-22, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: Dawn to Dusk; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: GRASS / MED 5 -20. This site is remote. The gate set to open on a timer.Responsible source ↗Isle of Wight Park soft accessDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Isle of Wight Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-03-22, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: Sunrise to Sunset; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / MED 5 -20. This site is for non-motorized, car top boats only. There is limited shoulder parking along St. Martin's Neck Road (2-3 vehicles only) near the put in. Primary parking is further down St. Martin's Neck Road on the left.Responsible source ↗64th Street Boat Ramp - Ocean CityDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Unnamed canal to Assawoman Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2025-03-24, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: Yes; gate: No; parking type/size: GRAVEL / LARGE greater than20. The use of the boat ramps is FREE, but there is a fee for parking boats, trailers, jet skis and watercraft. Additional parking is available at the 100th St. Municipal Parking Lot. For details regarding parking fees check with the Town of Ocean City. Please note: boat trailer parking is prohibited in the Little Salisbury area (87th St. and Bering Rd.) and on all public streets and municipal parking lots except where noted.Responsible source ↗Northside ParkDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Assawoman Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2021-12-08, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: 24 Hours; fee/permit: No; gate: No; parking type/size: PAVED / LARGE greater than20. This park is Ocean City’s largest and most popular park facility as well as home to the Recreation and Parks Department’s Administrative offices. The water access site is for small, non-motorized vessels only and is located to the left of the pier. A paved trail, approximately 300 yards long, runs from the parking area on 125th St. to the launch site. Use of a boat dolly is highly recommended. This park also has playgrounds, a picnic shelter and many other amenities.Responsible source ↗Caribbean Drive Boat RampDNR source observationAuthority-listed coastal water-access referenceUse the managing authority for current eligibility, closures and route limits. The listing does not establish property boundaries or continuous public shoreline.
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DNR source water body: Assawoman Bay. This source lists a coastal water-access place. A ramp or dock does not establish a recreational beach or swimming permission. Dated source record (edited 2022-08-11, not a current-operation certificate). Listed hours: Varies by Season; fee/permit: Yes; gate: Yes; parking type/size: NONE / NONE. There is no on-site parking at this facility. A Pass Card is required to open the automatic gate. Annual Pass Cards can be purchased at City Hall or by completing the Annual Pass Application and returning it with payment to City Hall. The pass will be sent by mail. The time restrictions for this ramp are as follows: May 1st thru October 1st – 8 AM to 6 PM Daily; Month of October – 8 AM to 6 PM Daily; November thru April – No Restrictions.Responsible source ↗Source scope and visit-planning limits
This directory contains 28 source references: 10 named-shore guide summaries and 18 DNR coastal water-access observations. Summaries may overlap inventory references; these are not counts of distinct beaches, usable crossings or a complete county access inventory. Other retained river/creek or unresolved candidates remain private pending documented coastal setting and arrival scope.
State Park, NPS Maryland, Town and county rules apply to their exact places. Boat launches, docks, guest registrations and historical inventories do not establish swimming permission or a continuous public shore.