Assateague Island National Seashore Campground

We stayed at site 17 in ocean loop one. The site was okay. The table and firepit were a pretty good distance from where you park your car. Normally that wouldn’t be an issue bc you are closer in the dunes and away from the road but we use a truck tent so it was just annoying for us to tie the dogs that far away while we packed. The biggest thing I think that affected our stay is that this site backs up to the group camping site and whoever was there had a group of like 10 kids from probably 11-5 years old. They did not watch them whatsoever. Their kids constantly came in our camp and harassed our dogs. We asked them multiple times to stop because our dogs would be barking (taunted by the kids barking at them). We also had a horse in our camp which was a pleasant surprise. Except the unmonitored kids, hid behind the bush it was eating and jumped out and yelled at it. Within touching distance. I lost it and explained how dangerous that is in not the kindest tone. Everything else was okay. The govt shutdown made it so we were unable to check in but also free to get in. When we arrived, someone was in our spot. I think they were just scoping it out hoping no one would show up. It was beautiful weekend. I just wish parents would watch their kids around wild animals and make sure they aren’t wandering into other camps and harassing their pets. We will be back, but we will choose our site a little better (:

Assateague’s campgrounds were wind-swept and some sites under water this past week. Fortunately, we changed our reservation on-line to avoid too much of both conditions; but it wound up costing us $10/ day to do that when we did.

Magical! One of the best experiences I've had on my eastern seaboard trip.

We were pleasantly surprised that the park was open for reservations during the shutdown, so we booked 2 nights as we were traveling toward home. The park was surprisingly full and pretty clean, except for the piles of horse excrement.

nice level camp sites, good 5G, and horses everywhere. This also means that there is horse manure everywhere. During the shut down it may not have been picked up for a week or two

Good time.

Campsite was well maintained with space comfortably for one 4 person tent. Keep in mind that toilets are pit-style and there is no running water. There appeared to be a shower, but did not look like a good option. Enjoyed being near the beach, and saw ponies on the campgrounds.

Our late October visit was well timed with very few people on the beach, nice day and night temperatures, and an amazing night sky.

Great stay at the national Seashore - bayside camping area!
Sites were well spaced and while us and others ran our generators at times it was still a very good experience with the quiet nights and dark skies to see the stars!! Dump station was easy to access at the end of our stay as well as some potable water as well - stayed in our 5th wheel. Missed the opportunity to buy some swag as the with the shut down the ranger station was closed but not to worry we will be back next season!!! Thank you for a great property!!

We visited during the shutdown. It was a bit confusing to find the national side of the camping area and we tried the state park office first. They were kind and gave us a map to find the correct camping area. The beach is beautiful and horses walked through in the morning. Definitely do not leave food or drinks outside unattended. The surf is rough and there is a drop-off just beyond the beach. Not a beach for Littles to play in the waves. We saw several adults wearing life vests while enjoying the beach and they stayed out of the water entirely. Lots of unleashed dogs! Perhaps folks were taking advantage of less personnel during shutdown. Bring your bikes because there are plenty of level paved areas. Mind the wild horses and give them space! Most of them just graze past but there was one larger horse that seemed agitated, was neighing alot and running about the camp area. If he charged, it isn't easy to get away. Overall I loved Assateague!