Will I see wild horses on Assateague?

Q: Will I see wild horses on Assateague?

Wild horses are Assateague’s icon—not pets. Stay at least a bus-length away, never feed them, and secure food in vehicles. Bites and kicks send visitors to urgent care every season. Horses wander roads and campsites; drive slowly. Maryland and Virginia sides manage herds under different park rules—know which entrance you used. Learn more via NPS Assateague guidance and Nature Guide .

Wild horses are Assateague’s icon—not pets. Stay at least a bus-length away, never feed them, and secure food in vehicles. Bites and kicks send visitors to urgent care every season.

Horses wander roads and campsites; drive slowly. Maryland and Virginia sides manage herds under different park rules—know which entrance you used.

Learn more via NPS Assateague guidance and Nature Guide.

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.