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Where can I buy live bait in OC?
Submitted by Don M, Harrisburg PA on October 11, 2019Atlantic Tackle
12930 Sunset Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842
1-877-566-BAIT
Atlantic Tackle is worth a visit just to see all the amazing things they have for sale.
View all answers to this question (2) »Where can I rent a mobility scooter for my visit to OC?
Submitted by Helen M, Westminster MD on October 15, 2019BoardWalk Mobility is one of the top Mobility Device rental companies on the Ocean City, Maryland Boardwalk. They have personal transporters, wheelchairs, beach wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and both jogging and regular strollers for rent. The Lankford Hotel is on the boardwalk between 8th and 9th Street. Call them at 410-289-1203.
View all answers to this question (3) »How late is the boardwalk open till this Sat and Sun October 12 and 13?
Submitted by Lori C, Baltimore MD on October 11, 2019The Boardwalk itself is open 24 hours a day. The shops on the Boardwalk typically close around 6 or 7 pm during the Fall. Restaurants are open later. The nicer the weather, the later businesses tend to stay open.
View all answers to this question (4) »What is the best way to Ocean City from Gettysburg PA to avoid construction on the Bay Bridge?
Submitted by Kim W, Gettysburg PA on October 8, 2019It is an easy and direct drive. You need to take I-95 North to Route 1 South in Delaware. General directions are as follows:
Take MD 97S to I795 S
Take I795S to I695 E To I95N towards New York
Take I95N to Route 1 S in Delaware; Route 1 is Coastal Highway in Ocean City.
You can use any GPS program for specific roads and turns, just select the route using I95 N.
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Can I rent a mobile scooter on the boardwalk?
Submitted by Adele D, Westminster MD on October 1, 2019Yes! BoardWalk Mobility is the top Mobility Device rental company on the Ocean City, Maryland Boardwalk. They have personal transporters, wheelchairs, beach wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and both jogging and regular strollers for rent. A quick training at the store in the Lankford Hotel on the boardwalk between 8th and 9th Street will get you on your way.
View all answers to this question (2) »Hi, we made a last minute decision to pop over to Ocean City this coming Wednesday and Thursday. We wanted to know if there are still umbrellas and beach chairs to rent, or have those beach services already shut down for the season?
Submitted by Arthur M, Mclean VA on October 1, 2019The beach boxes are likely all closed, but you can buy beach equipment for a fairly inexpensive price at Sunsations (any of many locations) or Roses (94th). You can rent an umbrella and other beach equipment from PMI Rentals at 126th Street that you would need to setup and take down yourself everyday. Call them at 410.250.1251 to find out more.
View all answers to this question (3) »How can I get to Ocean City, Maryland from Glen Burnie, MD without using the Chesapeake Bay Bridge?
Submitted by Janet W, Glen Burnie MD on September 30, 2019You will need to go over the north side of the bay. This route will also have some tall bridges, but none as long as the Bay Bridge. The tallest one is probably the Delaware Route 1 bridge over the Chesapeake and Delaware (C&D) Canal (just under a mile long, 100 feet off the water.
Here is the route: From Glen Burnie, take the Baltimore Beltway to I-95 north. Take I-95 North into Delaware and then take Delaware Route 1 South. Take Delaware Route 1 South to Milford, DE where you get on US Route 113 South. Take 113 South into MD. If you are going to midtown or northern OC, get off 113 onto MD Route 90 East and take it to OC. If you are going to the south end of OC, continue in 113 to to Route 50 East. Both Route 90 East and Route 50 East end in Ocean City.
View all answers to this question (3) »Do I get a receipt for the bus so I can ride again the same day?
Submitted by Lisa O, Mount Juliet TN on September 30, 2019Yes, you get a receipt. When you get on the bus the first time on a day and pay the fare, the driver will give you a color-coded paper receipt you can show the driver to get back on the bus for free anytime until 6am the next morning.
I'm traveling to Ocean City, MD on Friday, however trying to find another way without taking the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. They are doing construction on the bridge.
Submitted by Cora C, Nanjemoy MD on September 30, 2019Take I-95 North into Delaware. Take Exit 4A off of I-95 (it reads Rt 1 and Rt 7). Stay on Route 1. Continue on Route 1 Bypass until it ends into Route 113 South. After you cross the MD/DE line take Route 589 (left traffic light). Take Route 589 to third light (Route 90 East). Follow Route 90 until it ends on Coastal Highway in Ocean City.
View all answers to this question (3) »My accommodations do not have room for my trailer. Where can I park an enclosed trailer in Ocean City?
Submitted by Mark W, Mt. Holly springs PA on September 25, 2019You have a few easy options. The 100th Street Municipal Lot where you can pay to park the trailer (Paid parking is in effect April 1 - Oct. 31) The other is there are private lots downtown that charge around $20 a day to park. They are located before the inlet, close to Trimpers. There are several of them. Any of the local self storage places offer trailer parking for a (small) fee. Local campgrounds offer trailer parking as well. You can find a list of them on the internet and choose the one closest to you. Rates do vary, so try a few of them.
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