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Set up below the high-tide line without blocking walk paths—peak July sand fills early. Dawn sessions beat midday towel grids; shoulder season offers wider compositions at guarded streets.
Sources: Town of Ocean City · Ocean City Beach Patrol · 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.
