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Forty-plus-mile runs to canyon water can mean 4–6 foot seas even when the beach looks calm—take meds before the Inlet crossing, not after you feel green. Full-day trips beat half-day options for tuna but punish sensitive stomachs. Captains reschedule when small-craft advisories apply.
Sources: National Weather Service · U.S. Coast Guard · 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.
