Answer
DNR sets minimum size, daily bushel or count limits, and gear restrictions that update in regulation pamphlets—hard clams (littlenecks, cherrystones) differ from soft-shell clams where allowed. Measure at the beach; keepers go in vented baskets, not sealed plastic that suffocates shellfish. Verify the current year chart before your trip.
Sources: Maryland DNR
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.
