Assateague Island
National Seashore
35 miles of island located on the coastline of Maryland and Virginia
Why visit Assateague Island?
Wild horses live on Assateague Island. For over 300 years, the island has been occupied by wild horses. At Assateague, you have the unique opportunity to observe wild horses and natural beauty from a safe distance.
There's a vast amount of nature to explore and plenty of opportunities to see wildlife. The island has multiple trails, such as the Life of The Marsh Trail.
Depending on the weather, you can kayak, canoe, swim and even surf. Depending on the part of the island, some are pet friendly.