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Working and recreational boats use the downtown harbor and marina channels visible from Sunset Park—especially busy during fishing tournaments and summer evenings. Stay off private docks and respect no-trespassing signs on bulkheads. Boat traffic and wakes matter if you walk harbor edges with kids.
Sources: Town of Ocean City · U.S. Coast Guard · 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.











