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Oceanside loops hear surf and sea breeze but tolerate more wind and sand in tents; bayside sites trade ocean roar for marsh views and sometimes fiercer mosquitoes at dusk. Both require strict food storage because wild horses and raccoons patrol camp rows. Pick based on sleep tolerance for wind versus bugs, not Instagram alone.
Sources: National Park Service — Assateague · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
