Ocean City, Maryland

Too much salt in your hair? Got sand in your shoes? Take a break from the surf, sun and sand to go see the ponies at the Assateague Island National Seashore.

Assateague Island is only a few minutes drive from the southern end of Ocean City and is truly a great place to visit. The two closest areas of the barrier island are managed by two separate government agencies. They are well cared for, have modern facilities and provide educational/informative visitors' centers.

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• Assateague State Park is managed by Maryland's Department of Natural Resources.
• Assateague Island National Seashore is managed the National Park Service.

There is always time for a little nap on the beach. Oh, that warm sun feels so good!	So, wheres the safest place on the beach? Why, right next to the lifeguard stand, of course.
Wild Ponies Bite and Kick. Keep your Distance and, as the signs warn, do not feed the wildlife.	Right on the beach, the ponies get up close and personal.