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Light drag anchors or stake-out poles hold position on flats—use quick release in current. Never anchor in channels. Kayak anchor trolleys do not translate directly; SUP drift fishing often means repeated paddle-backs.
Sources: 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.











