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This Winding Road In Maryland Offers 19 Miles Of Scenic Beauty

Elliot Island Road in Maryland offers a 19-mile scenic drive with rural views, wooded areas, and opportunities for outdoor activities.

Published Jul 18, 2021

Written by 

Jamie Alvarenga

Who doesn't love a scenic drive? This Maryland road is lesser-known but is so worth seeking out. The next time you're in the eastern shore area, keep this spot in mind and prepare for a beautiful adventure on wheels!

When you're in the mood for a scenic drive, consider heading to Elliot Island Road. This stretch of road offers 19-miles of peaceful beauty and it takes about 30 minutes from start to end.

Map showing a route from District 18, Elliott to Vienna United Methodist Church, with a travel time of 32 minutes.
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Elliot Island Road begins at the end of Market Street in Vienna. You can actually see where Market Street ends and Elliot Island Road begins.

A quiet street scene featuring a water tower, trees, and a red car parked near a grassy area.
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In the beginning of your road trip, you'll be treated to rural views that stretch on for miles. Soak in the calming beauty of fields and farmland...

A rural landscape featuring a road, fields, and a cloudy sky with trees lining the edge.
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...and then admire the foliage all around as you drive through a wooded area. This tree tunnel soon opens to...

A winding road surrounded by dense green trees under a cloudy sky.
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...Fishing Bay Wildlife Management Area. If you'd like, stop here for some hiking or bird watching. This is also a popular spot for hunting.

Map showing the Fishing Bay Wildlife Management Area, highlighted in green, with surrounding water bodies and land.
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Then, you'll cross over some roadway bridges where you can marvel at the water on either side.

A two-lane road named Elliott Island Road runs alongside a body of water, bordered by trees under a cloudy sky.
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Near the end of your 19-mile drive, you'll approach quaint country homes and a charming church. This area looks like a postcard!

A quiet rural road lined with trees, featuring a white church with a tall steeple and a few nearby buildings.
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Soon after, make a left onto Wharf Road, which ends at Elliot Island Boat Ramp.

A sandy area leading to a dock with boats, surrounded by water and cloudy skies.
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Park and feel free to explore. This is a popular spot for walking, fishing, kayaking, and boating. Beautiful!

Three people stand on a wooden dock by a calm waterway, surrounded by tall grass and a clear sky.
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Keep in mind that the boat ramp area is also gorgeous during sunset. Bring your camera to capture the vibrant views over Fishing Bay. This is one Maryland road trip that doesn't disappoint.

A truck towing a boat at sunset, with a calm lake and colorful sky in the background.
Google / OV Younk

For another beautiful road in Maryland, click on: Hop In Your Car And Take Deal Island Road For An Incredible 18-Mile Scenic Drive In Maryland!

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