Assateague Island National Seashore
Storm tossed seas, as well as gentle breezes shape Assateague Island. This barrier island is a tale of constant movement and change. Bands of wild horses freely roam amongst plants and native animals that have adapted to a life of sand, salt and wind. Special thickened leaves and odd shapes reveal the plant world?s successful struggle here. Ghost crabs buried in the cool beach sand and tree swallows plucking bayberries on their southward migration offer glimpses of the animal world?s connection to Assateague.
Human struggles are intertwined with this island at the ocean?s edge. Gallant surf rescues by the US Life-Saving Service and dashed dreams of a summer beach resort are but a few of the stories told here.
Marine and terrestrial life functioning in concert offer a closer look at a natural and cultural world shaped by forces larger than our own.
Driving Directions
Plane - The closest airports are Ocean City Municipal Airport (410-213-2471) and Salisbury-Wicomico County Regional Airport (410-548-4827).
Car - There are two entrances to Assateague Island National Seashore. Assateague's north entrance is at the end of Route 611, eight miles south of Ocean City, MD. The south entrance is at the end of Route 175, two miles from Chincoteague, VA. There is no vehicle access between the two entrances on Assateague Island. Vehicles must return to the mainland to access either the north or south entrance.
Public Transportation - No public transportation available.
For Visitors...
The things to do at Assateague Island National Seashore are bike riding, boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, water sports and wildlife viewing. Visitors taking a southcentral Delaware vacation can find camping spots here. There's a picnic area.Find other southcentral Delaware area lakes and vacation ideas or return to the home page.