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Larger head boats roll slowly but carry crowds; smaller charter skiffs pitch sharply in chop. Neither is immune—choose duration and route honestly. Private captains sometimes shorten trips for sick guests; head boats rarely return early.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · U.S. Coast Guard
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.
