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MD 528 continues north as the coastal spine through Fenwick Island and toward other Delaware beach towns—one continuous beach-route drive without mountain passes. Peak summer traffic is the main variable, not distance. Border-adjacent north OC lodging puts you closest to that hop.
Sources: MDOT SHA · 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.
