Assateague Island National Seashore is a protected stretch of barrier island located off the coasts of Maryland and Virginia, known for its windswept beaches and rich marshland. We stayed at Assateague State Park, which is right next to the National park. The National Seashore has about 150 campsites, but with very limited amenities — no hookups and only cold water showers. In contrast, Assateague State Park offers around 350 campsites, some with electric hookups, along with bathhouses, picnic tables, fire rings, and a camp store. The most famous residents of the island are the wild horses, often called Assateague ponies, who roam freely across the beaches, marshes, and even into the campgrounds.
This was our first sight on the island.
The horses are everywhere.
In the campgrounds.
On the beaches.
In the marshland.
Only one of the camping loops allows pets.
There is a walking/cycling path but the horses have the right of way.
View from the back window of the RV.
Another National Seashore for Ella.
