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Assateague Island falls under National Park Service / state jurisdictions—not Ocean City municipal police—for many incidents on the island. Know which park you visited and save park ranger contacts for lost gear there. Ocean City lodging hosts can still help you call the right agency.
Sources: National Park Service — Assateague · 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.
