Assateague Island National Seashore

National Seashore · MD, VA

Assateague Island National Seashore

Want to live on the edge? Visit a place recreated each day by ocean wind and waves. Life on Assateague Island has adapted to an existence on the move. Explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime forests and coastal bays. Rest, relax, recreate and enjoy some time on the edge of the continent.

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Photos

Wild horses on the dunes at Assateague — There are few places in the United States where you can view wild horses.Take advantage of the opportunity to view these horses in a natural habitat.

Wild horses in the salt marshes on Assateague Island — Assateague's wild horses can often be found grazing in salt marshes.

Tree Swallows migrating along the beach at Assateague — Enormous flocks of migrating tree swallows stop and rest on Assateague beaches in the fall.

tents and vehicle in the oceanside campground dunes — Tent camping in the Oceanside campground at Assateague is a great way to relax and recreate at the beach.

waves on Assateague beach with people fishing in the background — Visit the shifting sands at the water's edge where thousands of waves change the beach every day.

Activities

Arts and Culture
Auto and ATV
Auto Off-Roading
Astronomy
Stargazing
Biking
Camping
Backcountry Camping
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Car or Front Country Camping
Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
Group Camping
RV Camping
Compass and GPS
Geocaching
Fishing
Saltwater Fishing
Guided Tours
Hiking
Backcountry Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horse Camping (see also camping)
Horseback Riding
Hunting and Gathering
Hunting
Paddling
Canoeing
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Kayaking
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Junior Ranger Program
Surfing
Swimming
Saltwater Swimming
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store