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Public cans and recycling points are placed near many access areas, but they overflow on peak days—pack a bag to carry waste back if cans are full. Never bury trash in the sand. Cigarette butts belong in proper receptacles, not dunes.
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.
