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Assateague’s Maryland entrance is a short drive south of Ocean City via Route 611—often 10–20 minutes without heavy traffic, longer on summer Saturdays and when the bridge backs up.
Budget time for entrance stations, parking, and bug spray. Cell service can be patchy on the island.
Orientation: Assateague hub and this FAQ.
Sources: National Park Service — Assateague · Visit Ocean City · MDOT SHA
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.
