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Fish-finder rigs with cut mullet, squid, or bunker on circle hooks present bait in the wash—cast legal surf beaches outside Ocean City Beach Patrol swim flags. Incoming tides often outperform slack water. Sand spikes hold rods while you bait up.
Sources: Ocean City Beach Patrol · Maryland DNR · 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.
