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Assateague’s undeveloped beaches occasionally host documented nests with NPS monitoring and public education barriers. OSV and pedestrian traffic must obey nest closures—driving over a nest destroys eggs. Combine a turtle-awareness visit with pony viewing using separate ethics: marine turtles are not touchable wildlife.
Sources: National Park Service — Assateague · Maryland DNR
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.
