Just a Few Miles Away,
But A World Apart...

Welcome to Dorchester! Delight in endless waterviews and stunning sunsets along our 1,700 miles of shoreline. Savor Maryland crab fresh from local waters. Discover stories of Harriet Tubman and Annie Oakley. All less than an hour from the Bay Bridge.


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Dorchester County offers beautiful views for birders, photographers, and anyone who loves nature.

Dorchester County’s first-ever winery, Layton’s Chance, opened in May on a bucolic, family-owned farm near Vienna. Plan a visit and sample locally produced wine!

With 1,700 miles of shoreline, Dorchester County is a paradise for paddlers and boaters. Find out more in our Water Trails Guide. Click below to download a PDF, or contact us to get one by snail mail.