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West-facing bayside decks catch golden hour over calm water—photographers prefer them to east-facing ocean sunrise rooms for dinner on the balcony. Clouds and summer haze still matter. Mosquitoes arrive with dusk; plan indoor backup tables when bugs swarm.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of 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.











