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Stay in shallow wash where you can plant feet when waves hit, swim only on guarded beaches during Patrol hours, and use Coast Guard–approved life jackets for bay boating—not as a substitute for ocean swimming skill. Consider pool days when flags are yellow or red.
Sources: Ocean City Beach Patrol · 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.
