Hiking & Walking
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This area is blessed with natural beauty, proud cultural heritage, and gracious people. To walk among its forest trails, gentle shorelines and historic streets is a rewarding outdoor experience.
Pemberton Historical Park is a 262 acre public facility which encompasses over two centuries of growth and development of the land we know as Wicomico. It is located on the western bank of the Wicomico River and is the site where Isaac Handy arrived and built his home, Pemberton Hall, and working plantation. The Pemberton Foundation maintains the 18th century building, hosting tours during the summer season.
Pemberton Historical Park offers a 4.5 mile trail system providing public access to 5 distinct ecosystems. Interpretive nature programs are offered for groups of all ages and interests.
Pemberton Historical Park is a 262 acre public facility which encompasses over two centuries of growth and development of the land we know as Wicomico. It is located on the western bank of the Wicomico River and is the site where Isaac Handy arrived and built his home, Pemberton Hall, and working plantation. The Pemberton Foundation maintains the 18th century building, hosting tours during the summer season.
Pemberton Historical Park offers a 4.5 mile trail system providing public access to 5 distinct ecosystems. Interpretive nature programs are offered for groups of all ages and interests.
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State Parks are fantastic ways to get in touch with nature and explore our landscape. Likewise, Wildlife Management Areas are open to the public for various recreational activities like hiking and paddling. They help not only conserve our natural beauty, but also allow people to experience it firsthand. There are also wonderful nature trails in many small towns, such as Cypress Park in Pocomoke City and the Stephen Decatur Nature Walk and Pond in Berlin. Cypress Park features a 1.5 mile trail with a unique interpretive wooden boardwalk that traverses a bald cypress swamp.
Snow Hill has several parks bordering the silent Pocomoke River. Visit the historic district of Salisbury known as "Newtown" and stop by historic Poplar Hill Mansion. Take the free river ferry and visit Whitehaven, a small historic village tucked up against the Wicomico River. Walk its streets and let your mind wander among the ghosts of three centuries of continuous occupation.
At Furnace Town the casual walker has a chance to experience nature, wildlife, history, all in one visit. Located in the heart of the Pocomoke Forest on the banks of the beautiful Nassawango Creek, the area is an educational site of local archaeological and historic interest. The area also supports river otters and over 14 species of orchids and 18 species of warblers.
Berlin, Ocean City, Snow Hill, and Princess Anne all have walkable streets beckoning travelers to take a stroll, take in the scenery, and do some shopping! Need maps? Contact the tourism offices below:
Also be sure to check out our Story Map! It features several interactive maps showcasing land trails, water trails, museums, historic sites, historical markers, A&E districts, and more! You can even enter your location and get suggestions of places to visit around you. Check it out!
Snow Hill has several parks bordering the silent Pocomoke River. Visit the historic district of Salisbury known as "Newtown" and stop by historic Poplar Hill Mansion. Take the free river ferry and visit Whitehaven, a small historic village tucked up against the Wicomico River. Walk its streets and let your mind wander among the ghosts of three centuries of continuous occupation.
At Furnace Town the casual walker has a chance to experience nature, wildlife, history, all in one visit. Located in the heart of the Pocomoke Forest on the banks of the beautiful Nassawango Creek, the area is an educational site of local archaeological and historic interest. The area also supports river otters and over 14 species of orchids and 18 species of warblers.
Berlin, Ocean City, Snow Hill, and Princess Anne all have walkable streets beckoning travelers to take a stroll, take in the scenery, and do some shopping! Need maps? Contact the tourism offices below:
Also be sure to check out our Story Map! It features several interactive maps showcasing land trails, water trails, museums, historic sites, historical markers, A&E districts, and more! You can even enter your location and get suggestions of places to visit around you. Check it out!
