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Assateague Island National SeashoreThe over sand vehicle zone offers convenient access to surf fishing opportunities. 28kb
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Assateague Island National Seashore
Permits
 
Backcountry Camping Permit
Assateague Island National Seashore has two oceanside and four bayside camping areas for visitors who wish to backpack or paddle the island. All backcountry sites are located in Maryland; no camping is permitted in the Virginia district. Backcountry camping without a permit is prohibited. A $5 fee per backcountry permit and entrance fees are required. Fees may be paid and permits obtained in either district of Assateague Island National Seashore: at the Ranger Station in Maryland or the Toms Cove Visitor Center in Virginia. more info....
 
The over sand vehicle zone provides excellent fishing opportunities. 25 kb
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Over Sand Vehicle Permit
Permit fees vary from $70 to $150, depending on the type of access desired and are valid for a year from the month of purchase. more info....
 

Beach Campfire Permit - Virginia District Only
There are 3 "open fire" sites available for public use on a permit basis. These sites are located on the beach, near parking lot #4. There is no cost for the permit and they must be obtained in person at the Toms Cove Visitor Center. Please call 757-336-6577 for more information.

 
Overnight Fishing Permit - Virginia District Only
Overnight fishing permits are issued on a "lifetime" basis. Permits are required for all persons over the age of 12 and must be obtained in person at the Toms Cove Visitor Center. Please call 757-336-6577 for more information.
 
Operating a business or providing a commercial service is prohibited without a permit. Call the Permits Coordinator at the North Beach Ranger Station at 410-641-3030 for more information.
over-sand vehicle permit information icon, 3 kb.
Over-Sand Vehicle Permit Information
over-sand vehicle brochure. PDF file, 532 kb.
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For more information about permits call the campground office at 410-641-3030.
For all other permit information.
Call the campground office at 410-641-3030.
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Surfmen of the U.S. Life-Saving Service at the Assateague Beach Lifesaving Station. 4 kb  

Did You Know?
"You have to go out, but you don't have to come back." Such was the life of a surfman from fall to spring. The forgotten heroes of the U.S. Life-Saving Service rescued numerous shipwreck victims from Assateague's waters. The island was home to 4 Life-Saving Stations in the late 1800's-early 1900's.

Last Updated: June 19, 2008 at 11:53 EST