Ocean City Sandcastle Contests · Ocean City, Maryland

Contest safety rules?

Answer

Keep moats shallow, forbid deep tunnels, stay shoreward of the swim line, and never bury anyone in sand—flatten large structures before you leave.

Sources: Ocean City Beach Patrol · Town of Ocean City · Atlantic General Hospital

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.