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Closed-toe non-skid shoes—deck sneakers or rubber-soled fishing shoes beat sandals on fiberglass and fish-slimed rails. Sandals risk hook impalements and crushed toes in crowds.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · U.S. Coast Guard · 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.
