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Reserve peak-week late-morning and early-afternoon slots before sellouts—rainy days compress every family indoors at once. Midweek sails shorten lines. Keep a land backup if lightning scrubs your departure window.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · NWS Wakefield / NOAA
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.
