Pets on a 6-foot leash are permitted only in designated areas of the Maryland portion of the seashore. They are not allowed on nature trails.
The entire Virginia portion (even in your car), all backcountry campsites, nature trails, the lifeguard-protected beach, portions of Assateague State Park, and the area north of the state park to the Ocean City inlet.
6 feet maximum, at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Pets are allowed only in specific areas of the Maryland side of Assateague Island and are banned from all nature trails and the entire Virginia side. Pets on a 6-foot leash are permitted only in designated areas of the Maryland portion of the seashore. They are not allowed on nature trails.
6 feet maximum, at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
