Answer
Expose for sky then lift shadows in edit—silhouettes of marina masts read well against color. Arrive fifteen minutes before sunset for pre-glow; stay ten minutes after for afterglow when phones auto-exposure often fails.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · 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.











