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Mid-morning Saturday beats Sunday noon when every rental SUV hits the same tunnel—Route 50 traffic stacks behind wet cars drying in sun. Wash before you pack the roof rack so straps do not scratch fresh wax.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · MDOT SHA
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.
