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Personal watercraft operate in designated areas under Town, state, and safety rules—including distance from swimmers and speed zones. Rental outfits brief customers on local restrictions. Never ride in guarded swim areas or create unsafe wakes near the Inlet.
Sources: Town of Ocean City · Maryland DNR
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.
