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Delmarva marketing mixes Chincoteague boat tours, bay cruises, and Assateague day trips into one mental map—none replace driving from Ocean City for a typical pony-and-beach visit. Confirm your operator’s actual dock before booking.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · National Park Service — Assateague
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.
