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Caroline County is a rural county located in the U.S. state of Maryland on its Eastern Shore. As of the 2020 census, the population was 33,293. [ 1] Its county seat is Denton. [ 2][ 3] Caroline County is bordered by Queen Anne's County to the north, Talbot County to the west, Dorchester County to the south, Kent County, Delaware, to the east ...
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Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, Caroline County is the perfect destination for history buffs, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking a rural getaway. You can ease back centuries and discover our history.
CAROLINE COUNTY, MARYLAND. COVID-19 Resources; Food Resources. Origin: Caroline County was created in 1773 from Dorchester and Queen Anne's counties (Chapter 10, Acts of 1773). Lady Caroline Eden (c.1745-1792) gave her name to the County.
Caroline County is one of only a handful of counties in the United States that existed for more than 300 years solely dependent on an agriculturally-based economy. The Museum of Rural Life offers visitors a rare glimpse into this world through historic dwellings.
Caroline County's 8,000 acres of wildlife sanctuaries, nature preserves, parks and campgrounds provide miles of hiking trails and plenty of places to camp, hunt and even hang-glide.