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Assateague visitors from midtown sometimes use Route 90 west to mainland highways without returning through downtown—helpful when Inlet events clog south OC. Still budget Worcester County travel time; bridge choice does not shrink park entrance lines on sunny Saturdays. Pack snacks before you leave the island leg.
Sources: National Park Service · MDOT SHA · 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.
