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Ocean City
Ocean City beach
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About
Ocean City beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 3th place out of 5 beaches in the Maryland region 142 km away from its center, the city of Annapolis. It is one of the beaches of Ocean City settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Ocean City beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Ocean City beach III, which has a rating of 8.
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Beach overall scores
Ocean City beach is located in Maryland within Ocean City, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The inlet jetty marker is an excellent spot for fishing and sightseeing. It offers a captivating display during storms when the waves crash against it. As you continue walking, the surfing beach is situated on the left side, exclusively available to surfers throughout the summer. The town has designated this area solely for surfers, which is a wonderful feature during the su..."
Darcy "Darcy OC Realtor" Chambers
"Walking on the Jetty can be a bit of an adventure, so it's best to exercise caution or opt for a stroll along the sandy shore. The beach offers fantastic water vistas."
Danny Smith
User reviews
"The inlet jetty marker is an excellent spot for fishing and sightseeing. It offers a captivating display during storms when the waves crash against it. As you continue walking, the surfing beach is situated on the left side, exclusively available to surfers throughout the summer. The town has designated this area solely for surfers, which is a wonderful feature during the su..."
Darcy "Darcy OC Realtor" Chambers
"Walking on the Jetty can be a bit of an adventure, so it's best to exercise caution or opt for a stroll along the sandy shore. The beach offers fantastic water vistas."
Danny Smith
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)
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What to do in Ocean City beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Ocean City beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Ocean City beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Transport
- OCE• 3.9km
Localities
- Ocean City• 650m
- Annapolis• 142km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Ocean City beach?
The coastline of Ocean City beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Ocean City beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Ocean City beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Ocean City beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Ocean City beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the Ocean City beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Ocean City beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Ocean City beach good for families?
Yes, the Ocean City beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Ocean City beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Ocean City beach?
Ocean City beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ocean City beach?
The bar is located right on the Ocean City beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Ocean City beach?
There are 1063 places to stay in the Ocean City beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Ocean City beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Ocean City beach from parking?
The Ocean City beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Ocean City beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Ocean City beach is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Ocean City beach (Maryland) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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