Firewood Alert (PDF file 81 kb)
Campers may not bring firewood from out of state. Firewood must be purchased locally.
Camping at Assateague will be a pleasant experience if you plan ahead! The barrier island habitat can be harsh if you are not prepared. Camping is available only in the Maryland district of Assateague Island. Campers are reminded to bring firewood, sunscreen, insect repellent, screen tents for shade and insect protection, and long tent stakes to anchor tents in the sand and wind.
Assateague Island National Seashore Campgrounds:
- Oceanside Drive-in: Tents, trailers and recreational vehicles (no hookups). Sites have a picnic table and an upright grill.
- Oceanside Walk-in: Tent-only sites, located 100-200 feet from centralized parking areas. Sites have a picnic table and an upright grill.
- Bayside Drive-in: Tents, trailers and recreational vehicles (no hookups). Sites have a picnic table and ground fire grill. A Drive-In "Generator-Free Zone" is located in Bayside B Loop.
- Group Camping: Organized clubs and affiliated groups must use group campsites. Tent-only sites, located 100-200 feet from centralized parking area. Sites have a picnic table and an upright grill. Group campsites can be reserved year round, up to 6 months in advance at $40 per night per site.
Camping facilities include chemical toilets, cold water showers and drinking water.
October 16 through April 14, campsites are first-come first-served and sites are $20 per night.
There is a 50% discount for campers with Golden Age, Interagency Senior, Golden Access or Interagency Access passports.
For campground regulations or more information call the campground office at (410) 641-3030.
National Park Service Reservation System
- Reserve America takes reservations up to 6 months in advance of the date you want to camp between April 15 through October 15.
- Call 1-877-444-6777 or visit http://www.recreation.gov.
- Sites are $25 per night.
There is no camping available in the Virginia district of Assateague Island. Commercial campgrounds are available on the neighboring island of Chincoteague, Virginia. For more information contact the
Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce at (757) 336-6161.
