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Assateague Island National Seashore Campground

7206 National Seashore Ln, Berlin, Maryland, United States

Assateague Island National Seashore Wild Horses on the Beach
Seining the waters of Assateague
A tent pitched on the sand
A bird hitches a ride on the back of a wild horse.
A wild horse grazes near the campground

About Assateague Island National Seashore Campground

Assateague Island National Seashore is a 37-mile long barrier island on the Atlantic Coast of Maryland and Virginia. Famed for its wild horses, this barrier island is a constantly shifting ribbon of sand, altered daily by powerful wind and waves. Assateague Island, dedicated as a National Seashore on September 1, 1965, lays claim to a long and rich history. Today's visitors can explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime forests, and coastal bays. Only a couple of miles wide at its broadest point, the island's terrain offers shelter to the famed wild horses as well as sika deer, ghost crabs, and migrating birds such as the great blue heron and snowy egret. Favorite recreational activites include fishing, surfing, beachcombing, swimming, and sunbathing.  The Over-Sand Vehicle (OSV) Zone at Assateague Island contains miles of unspoiled beaches managed by the National Park Service to accommodate OSV enthusiasts and other beach goers. The Assateague Island National Seashore, Assateague State Park, and the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge work together to manage and protect this unique, diverse strip of land. For more information visit the Assateague Island National Seashore website . 

Number of accommodations: 150

Campground Amenities

  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - Mar 15 to Nov 14

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⛺ 104, Loop: Oceanside Walk In 83-104
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🚐 A03, Loop: Bayside Loop A
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⛺ G1, Loop: Oceanside Group Sites
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⛺ G2, Loop: Oceanside Group Sites
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🚐 Horse Camp - A, Loop: Equestrian Non-Electric
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Reviews (524)

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What Guests Are Saying

Assateague Island National Seashore Campground offers a peaceful and beautiful camping experience, highlighted by the presence of wild ponies roaming freely. Reviewers appreciate the spacious and well-maintained campsites, stunning views, and the friendly, knowledgeable park staff. While some guests noted issues like cold water showers and occasional bugs, the overall atmosphere and natural beauty of the area make it a favored destination for repeat visitors.

Review Summary

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Inmaculada Y

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August 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 096, Loop: Oceanside Walk In 83-104

4

Weather was fantastic

Inmaculada Y

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August 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: Oceanside Walk In 42-44, 51-82

5

Wonderful weather, it was a very nice weekend.

Inmaculada Y

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August 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: Oceanside Walk In 42-44, 51-82

5

Wonderful as always

Colin R

August 12, 2024

5

Outstanding

Guangcui Y

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August 11, 2024 • Stayed at: A17, Loop: Bayside Loop A

5

Love the horse

Félix-Antoine M

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August 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Oceanside Walk In 42-44, 51-82

4

The sea water is relatively cold, which surprised us.
The toilets are relatively clean. No hot water in the shower.
Mosquitoes are not too prevalent.
The horses are magnificent, but I question the fact that they don't pick up, or at least clean up, the piles of horse poo on the "paths" near the showers and toilets.

Agnes S

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August 9, 2024 • Stayed at: A09, Loop: Bayside Loop A

3

The horses were amazing! They did not disappoint. There were a lot of magical moments. Staff was helpful and knowledgeable. There are an enormous amount of biting insects and a lot of horse manure. There is also a great,
picturesque small beach by the Assateague Outfitters Bayside Rental stand.

Subhasish M

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August 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Oceanside Loop 1

2

Wonderful place but the restrooms/bathrooms are awful. They need to renovate the toilets.

Marielle B

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August 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Oceanside Walk In 42-44, 51-82

5

I’ve been camping at Assateague just about every year since 2019 and still love it just as much today as I did then. Bringing or renting a bicycle is highly recommended for getting around the island and avoiding vehicle traffic. Walking works too, though! I also recommend renting a kayak from Assateague Outfitters and enjoying some time on the water. The ranger-led programs are very educational and worth checking out. The public beach areas get packed fast, but the camper beaches are always significantly less crowded. You have to get up to watch at least a couple sunrises during your trip! The ponies can often be found on the beach during sunrise, then they make their way to other areas. I personally find an OSV permit a necessity. I enjoy feeling like I have the beach to myself and driving in the sand can be fun. Make sure you have all the necessary items to do this! Everything else is standard year to year: use long tent stakes, make sure your tent is well ventilated (and waterproof in case rain comes through the area), be prepared for mosquitoes any time it is not windy, the vault toilets are just permanent porta-potties (they really aren’t bad!), and the showers are refreshingly cold.

Lissette C

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August 5, 2024 • Stayed at: A07, Loop: Bayside Loop A

5

My site was A7 on the bayside. The horses were hanging out there all the time. The beach was nice, good weather but the waved was strong. The sunset was amazing. The bathroom is clean. They rounding a lot to be sure the everything was ok. This is an amazing place to have a couple days off to enjoy Mother Nature.

Location Assateague Island National Seashore Campground

Address:
7206 National Seashore Ln
Berlin, MD, 21811
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.0833 / -75.2

Elevation: 0 feet

Map of Assateague Island National Seashore Campground location at Berlin, MD, United States
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Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Entrance Fee: An Interagency (America the Beautiful) Pass, Assateague Annual Pass, or $25 entrance fee is required to enter the park in addition to camping fees. If you do not already own a pass you may pay the fee upon arrival.
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Check-in: Campers must check in at the Ranger Station upon arrival. Campers who arrive after the Ranger Station closes must check in with the rangers before 10 am the next morning. Reservation holders who have not checked in by noon of the day following their reservation date are considered "no shows" and the site may be re-sold.
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Wild Horses: Wild (or feral) horses roam free on the island. All food must be stored inside a latchable hard-sided cooler or inside your vehicle. Stay at least a school bus length (40 feet) away from the wild horses. Do not touch, feed or otherwise entice the horses. Learn more on the park's Assateague's Wild Horses web page .
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Check-out: Campsites must be vacated by 11 am on the day of checkout. Campers who desire to depart early MUST check out at the Ranger Station and be off the site completely by 11:00 am or NO REFUND will be given. If it is an after hours emergency, please contact the campground host.
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Late Cancellations: Customers who cancel a reservation the day before or the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a 1-night stay will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to the additional service fee.
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Equestrian Campsites A & B: Horse Camp campers must bring their own horses. If you do not have a horse do not book a horse campsite.
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Mosquitoes: Extreme mosquito/biting insect conditions are normal to the area; bring insect repellent with DEET.
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Vehicle Limits on Drive-in Campsites: No more than two motor vehicles, or one vehicle with trailer, are allowed per drive-in campsite.
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Vehicle Limits on Walk-in Campsites: No more than one motor vehicle allowed per walk-in campsite.
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Vehicle Limits for Group Campsites: No more than 10 motor vehicles permitted per Group site.
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Generators Prohibited: Generators are completely PROHIBITED in Bayside Loop B as well as in walk-in and group sites.
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Tent Stake Recommendation: The park recommends using long tent stakes to anchor tents in the sand and against the wind.
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Sleeping in a vehicle is prohibited in Walk-in and Group sites. Walk-in and Group campsites are tent only sites. Campers must sleep in the designated campsite. 
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. There is no firewood for sale on the island in the off season (generally mid-October - Memorial Day).

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