Capturing the unrivaled beauty of Maryland's Eastern Shore, Somerset County is graced by a simpler, less hectic pace. Folks still lift their hand from the steering wheel to greet one another as they pass on the byways and backroads.
The numerous historic homes, churches, and landmarks give testimony to the past and invite exploration. The rivers, marshes, and islands of the area and of course, the magnificent Chesapeake Bay have supported traditions of fishing, hunting, and sailing for over 300 years.
Just a short drive from Somerset lies the sparkling Atlantic Seashore where Assateague Island beckons visitors to swim, comb the beach, or deep sea fish. Ocean City offers all the attractions of a seaside resort. Concerts, name entertainers, and cultural events can be found at the local convention centers and college campuses.
Included in these leisure pursuits are the comforts of urban facilities. A general hospital and public health services are available in the County, the largest acute care hospital on Delmarva Peninsula is minutes away.
Life on the Eastern Shore is affordable. The region's consumer cost of living is approximately 20% less than metropolitan areas on the East Coast and falls approximately 18% below the average for U.S. metropolitan areas.
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Water activities, hunting, and golf are other recreational options, as is the natural beauty at Janes Island State Park. There are 11 County boat ramps. Somers Cove Marina, located in Crisfield, is a State owned marina with over 455 slips.
Old Princess Anne Days, the Crisfield Hard Crab Derby, the Skipjack Race of Deal Island, Tawes Annual Crab & Clam Bake, Somerset County Fair, Colonial Christmas Candlelight Tour, Fairmount Academy 1800's Festival, Waterman's Folklife Festival, Pro-Am Fishing Tournament, Daffodil Show, Terrapin Sands Fish Fry, Native American Indian Festival and Powwow, Softshell Spring Fair, July 4th Festival, J. M. Tawes Oyster and Bull Roast, and Christmas in Crisfield are the County's annual events.
