Swimming in Ocean City
Ocean City, Maryland, United States
Best Swim Spots in Ocean City
Ranked by community ratings. Check real-time conditions before heading out.
111th Street - The Irene Condominium
141st Street Ocean City
10th Street Ocean City
24th (Ocean City)
28th (Ocean City)
34th Street (Ocean City)
45th Street
48th Street (Ocean City)
55th Street (Ocean City)
60th Street Ocean City
64th Street Ocean City
70th Street Ocean City
90th Street
9th Street (Ocean City)
Assawoman Bay 71st Street
Herring Creek
Horn Island and Elliott's Marina
North (Ocean City)
Ocean City Inlet Beach
Park
Open Water Swimming in Ocean City
Ocean City offers 22 open water swimming locations across Ocean environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.
Before heading out to any swim spot in Ocean City, check current water conditions on SwimPass. Our SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine data, tides, and water quality into a single 0-100 rating so you can make an informed decision in seconds.
Ocean swimmers in Ocean City should pay attention to tide schedules and swell forecasts. Swimming around slack tide typically offers the calmest conditions. Check our guide to reading water conditions for tips on interpreting local marine forecasts.
New to open water swimming? Start with our safety guide and first swim guide before heading to any new spot.
Swimming Guides
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