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Refuge beaches and recreational areas use separate fee and hours systems from Ocean City resort beaches—read current USFWS and NPS guidance on beach parking, wildlife closures, and horse viewing distances before you go.
Sources: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service · 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.
