Set sail on the Chesapeake Bay as the sunset lights the sky with vivid color. Savor crabs and oysters, fresh from the dock. Kayak along winding creeks where herons rise from the marsh. Take in one of the art, music, and cultural events that fill the calendar year-round. In Talbot County, outdoor adventures abound, yet the serenity of the shoreline always beckons. Every experience here brims with coastal character, inviting you to explore at your own rhythm.
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A Family Guide for Experiencing Talbot County
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Plan Your Eastern
Shore Getaway
Things to do
Arts & Culture
Homegrown artists and international talent come together within Talbot County’s vibrant cultural landscape. Live performances, exhibitions, stage shows, and art inspired festivals flourish, rooted in the Eastern Shore’s natural beauty and rich sense of place. The arts unfold in a setting that is both refined and relaxed, inviting you to explore all that Talbot County’s cultural landscape has to offer.
The Best of the Outdoors in Talbot County
Outdoor Activities
Whether by land, water, or a combination of both, Talbot County invites you to explore.
On the Water
On Two Wheels
On the Hunt
Things to do
Explore History
History runs deep in Talbot County, where centuries-old architecture and waterfront villages tell the story of life along the Eastern Shore. From the legacy of Frederick Douglass to maritime traditions preserved in working harbors, the past echoes in every step. Explore museums, walking tours, and landmarks that offer a timeless glimpse into the Eastern Shore’s enduring heritage.
Questions About Things
to Do in Talbot County
What are the towns you need to see?
Start in Easton (arts, dining), St. Michaels (harbor + maritime history), Oxford (ferry town charm), and Tilghman Island (working watermen’s community). The county tourism site has themed itineraries to mix and match.
Can I climb a lighthouse?
Yes—CBMM’s 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse is open to visitors and tells the story of Chesapeake screwpile lights.
What’s the Oxford–Bellevue Ferry and when does it run?
America’s oldest privately operated ferry (since 1683) links Oxford and Bellevue; it typically runs mid-April to mid-November, with frequent crossings and last trip near sunset (check the official site for current schedule and fares).
Best easy bike ride?
Do the St. Michaels ↔ Oxford loop with a ferry crossing; Talbot County’s bike map shows routes and how to connect via Easton’s Rails-to-Trails.
Where can I kayak or paddleboard?
Water trails weave through creeks off the Miles and Tred Avon Rivers; Shore Pedal & Paddle (St. Michaels) rents kayaks/SUPs and delivers county-wide. The St. Michaels paddling page lists suggested routes.
Family-friendly nature spots?
Pickering Creek Audubon Center (Easton) has free, dawn-to-dusk trails, bird overlooks, and a canoe/kayak launch.