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Arrive before dusk for bayside viewing near downtown—wind and Coast Guard conditions can delay starts. Dress warmer than the parking-lot temperature suggests; bay breezes cut through holiday sweaters fast.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · U.S. Coast Guard · 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.
