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Inlet and lower Boardwalk lots fill earliest on sunny summer weekends and event days. Arrive before late morning, or park farther north and ride the municipal bus or tram toward the Inlet. Have a backup lot in mind rather than circling endlessly in congested blocks.
Sources: Town of Ocean City · 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.
