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Open-water crossings from Ocean City to Assateague are not a casual rental-kayak plan—wind, boat traffic, and distance demand guided tours or short hops within protected bays. Many outfitters run Assateague-side paddles from designated launches after you drive there.
Sources: National Park Service — Assateague · Maryland DNR · 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.
