Ocean City, Maryland's ten miles of beautifully kept, completely free, family-friendly ocean beaches are perfect for swimming and sunning. For surfing or fishing. For kayaking or canoeing. During the summer, you'll find free family activities six nights a week, including concerts, bonfires, movies - even a beach Olympics!
Our waves have welcomed surfers and boogie boarders for decades. Two beaches are reserved every day for surfers; their locations rotate daily. In addition, one section of beach along the inlet is reserved for surfers. Or you could always rent almost any kind of watercraft imaginable. Race across the waves on a jet ski, or glide high above with a parasail. Kayaking and canoeing are also available, in the ocean or in the tranquil bay waters.
Explore by water or by air. See dolphins close-up, view the famous wildlife of Assateague, or just explore the bay and ocean on a water tour. Or soar 1,000 feet above the shore, and marvel at sparkling waters, whales and manta rays, or a spectacular sunset. Whether you choose a boat or a plane, there's an unforgettable view waiting for you ASAP.
If you love fishing, you need to drop your line in OC! For starters, Ocean City is the White Marlin Capital of the World. Every year, the world’s best fishermen compete for huge cash prizes in the White Marlin Open. Ocean City offers hundreds of square miles of opportunity for anglers of all ages and skill levels. A fishing license may be required, and it’s easy to register. Also, you can rent anything from rods to boats!
With the Gulf Stream literally on our doorstep, bigeye and yellowfin tuna are just a short sail from shore, as are bluefish and wahoo. You’ll find abundant mako, mahi-mahi, white marlin, blue marlin and even the occasional sailfish. Flounder, trout and sea bass are plentiful in the bay. If you don’t have a boat, don’t worry. “Head boats” (boats that charge individuals per head) are easy to find. Or just pick out a spot on a bridge, beach or pier. Surf cast from Ocean City and Assateague beaches for bluefish, sea trout, kingfish and more.
Best of all, you can get to Ocean City quickly and easily. We're just a short drive on major highways from Baltimore, Washington, Wilmington, Philadelphia, New York and central Pennsylvania and Tidewater Virginia. Perfect for a week's vacation, a romantic weekend, or a guys' or girls' getaway, year-round. Check out our famous boardwalk, indulge in a little outlet shopping, or dine at our famous restaurants, which feature everything from famous Ocean City seafood to down-home cooking to haute cuisine.
Whether you're looking for a classic family week at the beach, 17 outstanding golf courses, world-famous sport fishing or a weekend getaway, Ocean City delivers everything you desire!
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