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Bay and creek parks cost more for water access; inland parks often win on space, pools, and price. Waterfront shortlists include Castaways / Sun Outdoors Ocean City, Treasure Beach, Rehoboth Bay, and Beach Bum West-O. Inland / gateway shortlists include Ocean City Gateway and Lake Somerset.
Both types still drive to Ocean City for Atlantic beach days. Pick waterfront if kayaks and sunsets are the vacation; pick inland if the resort pool and a quieter rate matter more than a private pier.
Sort the equal park cards on Camping by the drive you will actually make each day.
Sources: 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.
