The beach runs along the eastern edge of the island, and the most popular area is to the north and adjacent to Ocean City Boardwalk. Beach tags are required for all beachgoers 12 and older during ...

The Ocean City Boardwalk serves as the area's primary pedestrian artery and runs about 2 1/2 miles along the beach. Ocean City's original boardwalk, along with much of the city, burnt down in 1927.