Misconceptions
Assateague National Seashore is sometimes confused with Maryland's Assateague National Park, both of which have campgrounds. The national seashore is near the Virginia-Maryland state line, while the state park is farther north.
Availability
The campgrounds at the national seashore are open year-around. Between mid-October and mid-April, reservations are not accepted and the campground becomes entirely first-come, first-serve.
Types
Assateague National Seashore has two campgrounds. Oceanside faces the Atlantic, while Bayside faces Sinepuxent Bay.
Features
Oceanside has a mix of drive-in and walk-in campsites, while Bayside's sites are all drive-in. All campsites have picnic tables and charcoal grills, and both campgrounds are serviced by water taps, cold showers and chemical toilets.
Local Wildlife
A major wildlife attraction of Assateague Island is its herd of wild ponies. These ponies roam the island in bands of two to twelve animals and can be seen virtually anywhere within the seashore's confines.
Article Written By Edwin Thomas
Edwin Thomas has been writing since 1997. His work has appeared in various online publications, including The Black Table, Proboxing-Fans and others. A travel blogger, editor and writer, Thomas has traveled from Argentina to Vietnam in pursuit of stories. He holds a Master of Arts in international affairs from American University.
