The Top 6 Attractions in Talbot County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Talbot County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Talbot County is a region where 6
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Oxford
Highlight • Settlement
Oxford is one of Maryland's oldest towns, founded in 1683. It first appeared on maps in 1670. Located on the Tred Avon River, where it empties into the Choptank, the town has wonderful views over the water.
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Miles River
Highlight • River
Miles River is a tidal river and tributary of the Eastern Bay. Part of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, it's one of the area's busiest waterways, enjoyed by many boaters. The river flows for 12.9 miles (20.8 km).
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Black Walnut Point Natural Resource Management Area
Highlight • Natural
On the southern tip of Tilghman Island, this wildlife area has fantastic views across the Chesapeake Bay. Look to the skies and you'll spot many birds, including perhaps ospreys and …
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1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse
Highlight • Monument
Hooper Strait Light is quite a rare sight in Maryland. It's one of only four surviving screw-pile lighthouses on Chesapeake Bay. Lightships were first stationed here in 1827. However, in …
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Tuckahoe Creek
Highlight • River
Tuckahoe Creek is a tributary of the Choptank River. It's one of the most diverse and beautiful creeks in Maryland and great for kayaking.
The creek is shallow and dotted …
The creek is shallow and dotted …
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Wye Mill
Highlight • Historical Site
Cycling alongside Wye Mill takes you back in time to think about the history of this area, how these mills operated and how the industry developed here.
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