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Delaware Bay hosts the densest Atlantic spawning concentrations—a day trip north from Ocean City can overlap with peak May moons when traffic allows. Maryland Coastal Bays sightings are meaningful but less massive. Plan lodging returns before OSV gates close if you chase moon tides.
Sources: Delaware DNREC · Maryland DNR · 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.
