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Flood brings rising water inland; ebb drains back toward the Atlantic—current direction flips at slack. Inlet fishing and boating feel east wind on ebb as steeper chop. Surf anglers note which stage washes bait over bars they cast to.
Sources: NOAA Tides & Currents · Maryland Coastal Bays Program · Visit 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.
