Cypress Swamp Camping on the Pocomoke River Eastern Shore Maryland — Part of Pocomoke River State Park on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore, Camping in a Bald Cypress Swamp Along the Northernmost Natural Stand of Cypress Trees on the East Coast, Canoeing and Kayaking on the Dark-Water Pocomoke River Through Cypress Forest, Fishing for Largemouth Bass Chain Pickerel and Catfish, Nature Trails Through Loblolly Pine and Cypress Swamp Ecosystems, Near Snow Hill Worcester County Delmarva Peninsula Eastern Shore Maryland
Milburn Landing is one of two areas within Pocomoke River State Park on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore in Worcester County, managed by Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Milburn Landing features camping in a bald cypress swamp — the northernmost natural stand of bald cypress trees on the East Coast, tent and RV campsites along the Pocomoke River, canoeing and kayaking on the dark tannic-water Pocomoke River through cathedral-like cypress forest, fishing for largemouth bass, chain pickerel, bluegill, and catfish in the river and adjacent ponds, nature trails through loblolly pine forest and cypress swamp ecosystems, a boat launch providing paddling access to miles of protected river corridor, and a unique Eastern Shore camping experience that feels more like the deep South than Maryland.
The cypress swamp is botanically extraordinary — bald cypress trees with their distinctive buttressed trunks and “knees” rising from dark tannin-stained water create an atmosphere more associated with Louisiana bayous than the mid-Atlantic. This is the northernmost natural occurrence of this ecosystem on the entire East Coast.
The Pocomoke River is perfect for paddling — slow-moving dark water winds through overhanging cypress canopy creating a tunnel-like experience. Bald eagles, great blue herons, and river otters are commonly spotted along the banks.
Things to Do
- Cypress camping — swamp setting
- Paddling — dark-water Pocomoke
- Fishing — bass, pickerel, catfish
- Nature trails — pine, cypress
- Wildlife — eagles, herons, otters
- Boat launch — river access
Site Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Snow Hill, Worcester County, MD |
| Part Of | Pocomoke River State Park |
| Ecosystem | Northernmost bald cypress swamp |
| Camping | Tent + RV sites along river |
| Paddling | Dark-water Pocomoke River |
| Managed By | Maryland DNR |
| Coordinates | 38.1500° N, 75.5000° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Milburn Landing unique?
Milburn Landing at Pocomoke River State Park features camping in the northernmost natural stand of bald cypress trees on the East Coast — a swamp ecosystem more typical of Louisiana than Maryland. Located on the dark tannic-water Pocomoke River in Worcester County, the area offers canoeing through cathedral-like cypress forest, fishing for bass and pickerel, and nature trails through unique Eastern Shore ecosystems. Part of Pocomoke River State Park managed by Maryland DNR.
The Delmarva Peninsula location puts Milburn Landing within easy reach of Ocean City and the Assateague Island National Seashore — making it a perfect complement to a beach vacation with a completely different ecosystem just an hour inland.
Last updated: May 2026
Keep exploring: The closest neighbors are Pocomoke River State Park (a short drive away) and Shad Landing State Park (a short drive away).
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Maryland state parks online at parkreservations.maryland.gov.
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