• An Assateague wild horse finding shelter in the dunes.

    Assateague Island

    National Seashore MD,VA

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  • Message from the Superintendent

    The planning team is currently in the final stages of drafting the General Managment Plan and beginning the internal review process which includes reviews and revisions. More »

  • Virginia District - Beach Parking Update

    Due to Hurricane Sandy and the March 6 storm, there is limited parking in the Virginia District. As of 4/4/13 parking lot 1 and part of parking lot 2 are open. All parking lots are expected to be open by Memorial Day weekend. More »

  • Hurricane Sandy Photos on flickr

    View images from the Maryland and Virginia districts of Assateague Island National Seashore on our flickr site. More »

Fees & Reservations

2013 Fee Free Days

Mark your calendar for these fee-free dates in 2013!
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Entrance Fees

Maryland
Foot/Bicycle: No Fee
Individual: $3.00 - 7 Days (per person 16 years of age or older when entering by means other than a private, non-commercial vehicle, such as taxis and limousines providing transportation only; buses carrying passengers not on a pre-packaged tour such as school groups visiting for recreational purposes; and buses or vans registered to non-profit organizations such as churches or schools. A family traveling together shall pay no more than the vehicle fee.)
Motorcycle: $10.00 - 7 Days
Vehicle: $15.00 - 7 Days
Vehicle: $30.00 - Park Annual Pass, valid 1 year from purchase.
Vehicle: $15.00 - Beach Parking fee upgrade for USFWS Migratory Waterfowl Duck Stamp, valid July 1 - June 30 annually.

Virginia
Foot/Bicycle: No Fee
Vehicle: $8.00 - 1 Day
Vehicle: $15.00 - 7 Days
Vehicle: $30.00 - Refuge Annual Pass, valid 1 year from purchase.
Vehicle: $30.00 - USFWS Migratory Waterfowl Duck Stamp ($15.00) plus beach parking fee ($15.00)
More Information on Virginia fees (pdf file, 98kb)

Available in Maryland and Virginia - Federal Recreational Lands Passes

  • Annual: $80.00 - America the Beautiful-National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass, valid 1 year from purchase
  • Senior: $10.00 - America the Beautiful-National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Senior Pass, 62 years and older, lifetime
  • Access: Free - America the Beautiful-National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Access Pass, permanent disability, lifetime
  • Military: Free- America the Beautiful- National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands US Military Pass, active duty US military and their dependents, must provide either CAC Card or DD Form 1173, valid 1 year from date obtained

More information about the Federal Recreational Lands Passes...

Entrance Passes may be used in both the Maryland and Virginia districts. When visiting the Maryland district, Federal Duck Stamp holders must purchase a $15 beach parking fee upgrade.

 

Camping Reservations

  • Campground reservations are recommended for peak season camping: April 15 through October 15. Group campsites are reservable year round. Call (877) 444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov.
  • Individual campsites are first-come first-served October 16 through April 14.
  • Horse camping is available October 16 through April 14. Sites can be reserved up to 6 months in advance. Call (877) 444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov.
  • Backcountry campsites are available on a first-come first-served basis.

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  • National Parks, Federal Recreational Lands Passes National Parks, Federal Recreational Lands Passes

    The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass program provides several pass options. Read More

  • Assateague State Park Fees Assateague State Park Fees

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Did You Know?

Prickly pear cactus is native to dry, sandy areas on Assateague Island. 4 kb

Prickly pear cactus is native to dry, sandy areas on Assateague Island. American Indians applied peeled pads to wounds and drank pad tea for lung ailments.  Fruits were eaten fresh or dried for winter use.