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Half-marathon participants typically park at the Inlet lot and ride one-way shuttle buses to Assateague State Park day-beach parking for the 13.1-mile start. Shuttles often depart together around 7:50 a.m. after the marathon begins—missing the bus leaves no alternate transport. Your car waits at the Inlet when you finish.
Sources: Ocean City Running Festival · National Park Service — Assateague · 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.
