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Some hosts or front desks allow bag hold; many do not have staffed lobbies like large hotels. Pack a beach bag accessible from the car if you plan to hit the sand first. Text your host from the Route 50 bridge with an updated ETA when Friday traffic slips.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of 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.
