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Late-May weekends fill with Jeep clubs and Memorial Day travelers—reserve oceanfront or Inlet-walking distance if you need pre-dawn staging access. Bayside and midtown rooms trade distance for parking ease. Confirm whether properties allow rooftop tent parking.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of 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.
