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Bayside marinas and west-of-highway decks catch sunset color with calmer water; oceanfront bars trade sunset angles for surf sound and Boardwalk energy. Both fill on summer Saturdays—arrive early or reserve if the venue allows. Bug spray matters more on bay patios after dusk.
Sources: 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.
