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NPS requires at least 40 feet—about a bus length—from all horses at all times. Move away if they approach you; selfies within arm’s reach cause kicks, bites, and ER visits. Never surround a band or block their path to water.
Sources: National Park Service — Assateague
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.
