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The famous Chincoteague Pony Swim and auction draw enormous crowds once yearly—lodging and traffic compress across the Eastern Shore. Ocean City guests should book Chincoteague stays months ahead or watch from official viewing areas with realistic parking expectations.
Sources: Chincoteague Chamber · National Park Service — Assateague · 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.
