History & Culture · Ocean City, Maryland

How old is the Ocean City Boardwalk?

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The Boardwalk evolved over generations from early wooden promenades into today’s roughly 2.5-mile oceanfront walkway of shops, food, and amusements. It is central to Ocean City’s cultural identity. Renovations and storm recovery have continually updated its surface and structure.

Sources: Town of Ocean City · Visit Ocean City

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