Ocean City, MD Boardwalk Length: 2.5 Miles

Classic Atlantic Promenade

The Ocean City Boardwalk in Maryland stretches 2.5 miles (4.0 km) along the Atlantic coastline, from S. 1st Street to N. 27th Street.

Features

• Width: ~30–60 ft (varies).
• Surface: Wood (southern yellow pine) – replaced in sections.
• Tram: Boardwalk Tram (open-air) runs full length (Memorial Day–Labor Day).
• Landmarks: Trimper's Rides (amusement pier), Jolly Roger at the Pier, Ripley's, Life-Saving Station Museum, numerous hotels, restaurants, shops.
• Parallel: Baltimore Ave (MD-378) runs inland.

Context

One of the oldest (1902) and most iconic East Coast boardwalks. Rebuilt after 1962 Ash Wednesday Storm. Major economic engine for Worcester County.