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No-wake and speed-restricted areas protect crowded channels, marinas, and shoreline properties—especially near the Inlet and bay harbors. Charts and local markers matter more than memory from a prior year. Obey U.S. Coast Guard and Town guidance when waterways are busy.
Sources: U.S. Coast Guard · Town of Ocean City · 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.
