Activities and Attractions
Heritage Estates is located in a county with 1,700 miles of shoreline. Dramatic vistas of unspoiled countryside and marshland create the perfect backdrop for incredible sunsets. It’s only an hour’s drive to Maryland beaches. These areas cater to all age groups, with amazing beaches, restaurants, sport fishing, and amusement parks.
Blackwater Wildlife Refuge
Located 12 miles south of Cambridge, the refuge has more than 30,000 acres of woodland, rich tidal marsh, freshwater ponds, and managed cropland—great for birdwatching, cycling, hiking, paddling, and nature photography.
Outdoor Activities
Dorchester county offers everything from the mighty Chesapeake Bay to countless meandering waterways.
Ocean City, MD
Whether you're taking a fun family vacation at the beach, honing your game on one of our 17 outstanding golf courses, enjoying our world-famous sport fishing or just coming for a quick weekend getaway, Ocean City offers endless fun things to do.
Charming Towns
Quaint towns are scattered throughout Dorchester County, from the northern agricultural areas to the waterfront villages on three islands encompassed by the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries.
Local Art Scene
A vibrant community of artists and galleries has been growing around Dorchester County recently. Today, historic downtown Cambridge is home to more than a half-dozen galleries that feature a wide range of exciting works—contemporary multimedia, folk art, traditional Chesapeake landscapes, decoy carving, and more.
Restaurants
Dorchester County is known for its delectable seafood–jumbo lump crab, rockfish, oysters, and more–fresh from our local waters. Many of our restaurants are waterside, and some are accessible by boat. You’ll also discover some surprises here, such as sophisticated restaurants tucked away down country lanes and in small towns.