Atlantic Ocean beach barrier island Maryland wild horses camping

Sites are literally on the beach — fall asleep to Atlantic surf

Assateague Island National Seashore — Oceanside Campground

Wild ponies walk through camp. Atlantic surf 200 feet away.

Berlin, MD4.8 (2140)Sea level
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Camp on a barrier island with wild ponies roaming through your campsite. Oceanside sites are steps from the Atlantic surf, with wild Chincoteague ponies as your neighbors. One of the few places on Earth where horses have been wild for centuries.

Best For

Beach CampersWildlife WatchersPhotographersFamiliesSurfers

Site Types

TentRV (no hookups)

Amenities

Beach Access
Cold Showers
Flush Toilets
Dump Station
Visitor Center
Check-in

12:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

No hookups. Biting insects in summer. Wild ponies will get into unsecured food. Ocean currents can be dangerous. Sells out instantly for summer dates.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov standard policy applies.

$30/night
4.8(2140)
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