State: Maryland
Address 1: 7307 Stephen Decatur Highway
City: Berlin
Zip: 21811
Phone: 410-641-2120
Open: Open from Apr through Oct
Number of Sites: 350
Camp URL: http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/eastern/assateague.asp
Full Hook: Yes
Assateague State Park is Maryland’s only oceanfront park. It is located on Assateague Island, a barrier island bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Sinepuxent Bay on the west. Its two miles of ocean beaches offer swimming, beachcombing, sunbathing, surfing and fishing. The bayside offers visitors the chance to explore secluded coves by canoe or kayak. The marsh areas have a variety of wildlife, including deer, waterfowl and feral horses.
Amenities at the park include a bike trail, boat launch/marina, nature programs, camp sites, camp store, dumping station, food & beverage, fishing, swimming, nature center and kayak rentals.
Camping:
350 sites are available, each with a fire ring and picnic table. Electric hook-ups are available in the H-Loop. Campground Office/Ranger Station When the campground is open, the office may be reached at (410)641-2918.
The park is located at the end of Stephen Decatur Highway (Route 611.) From the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, head east on Route 50 towards Ocean City and turn right onto Route 611. From the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, take Route 13 north to Pocomoke City. Turn right onto Route 113 and head north toward Snow Hill. Stay on Route 113 to Berlin. Turn right onto Assateague Road (Route 376.) When it ends, turn right onto Stephen Decatur Highway (Route 611.)
