Imagine gliding quietly, in a canoe or kayak, along five miles of water trails without seeing any man-made structures. Picture your very own Indian guide pointing out bird sanctuaries and historical ruins. Hear from “The Keeper of the Word” how the American Indians, the first watermen of the Chesapeake, lived in villages along such waterways. Learn how they fished from dugout canoes and trapped fish in weirs. Tribes feasted from our region’s abundant waters and forests. Oysters, crabs, mussels, perch, shad, bass, trout, flounder, deer, partridge, turkey and rabbit were just some of the bounty they enjoyed. Discover how the American Indians welcomed European settlers into their villages and taught them to fish, hunt, plant crops, and to navigate the waterways and forests. Learn the Indian names for wildlife and the surrounding habitat. Explore archeological sites where arrowheads and other artifacts may be found in abundance. Take in the beauty of the same scenic wilderness that Captain John Smith traveled in 1608.
Yearn no more! This experience can be yours. Members of the Accohannock Indian tribe welcome your arrival at Bending Water Park. A
canoe or kayak tour is an adventure, but when coupled with the Accohannock perspective, it provides an extraordinary experience. The
Indian Water Trails provide easy access to the Pocomoke sound, either by canoe or pontoon boat. Guided and unguided tours of the
marshes, creeks, and Pocomoke Sound are available. The site is great for fishing and birdwatching. The park and the waterways are a
birdwatcher's paradise, including opportunities to observe bald eagles nesting and soaring.
There is more to do on your visit. Overlooking an expansive ten-acre pond are about 50 primitive camping sites, as well as RV sites with electrical hook-ups. The park is open year-round, though some events are seasonal. Full use of the park’s facilities begins in the spring when the weather warms sufficiently for canoeing, kayaking, and camping. Camp sites are usually open until the beginning of November.
While at the Park, be sure to browse the Trading Post where you are certain to find perfect mementos and gifts, many of which are handcrafted by Accohannock tribal members. Explore the authentic Native American Indian Living Village. And treat yourself to traditional American Indian cuisine, such as oyster sandwiches, Indian tacos, and buffalo burgers, prepared by members of the tribe.
For a long-lasting memory, let us help you and your group plan a personalized retreat from today’s technology and hurriedness. We promise you will be entertained in a way you never dreamed possible! For individual or group reservations and information call Mike Hinman at 410-968-0194 or The Accohannock Indian Tribe, Inc. at 410-623-2660.
Rental Rates
Primitive Camping Canoes and Kayaks Docking Fee Camping at Bending Water Park is primitive. There are no facilities for cooking or bathing. |
Accohannock Indian Tribe, Inc. Call Mike Hinman at 410-968-0194 |
