• 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 »

Special Use Permit

Special Events - Maryland only

Special events are prohibited within National Park Service areas without a permit. Requests for special events within the National Seashore must be made in writing, using the Special Use Permit Application Form. Fees to recover costs associated with permitting special uses within the Seashore are required. A $50.00 application fee is the minimum fee charged. Additional costs will be billed at the termination of the permit. Performance bonds and liability insurance may be required. Please allow adequate time for processing and mailing permits-a minimum of 10 business days.

An area at North Ocean Beach in Maryland has been designated for special events, such as weddings and beach parties. Call the ranger station at 410-641-3030 for more information.

 

Waterfowl Hunting - Maryland only

Waterfowl hunting permits are valid for the annual hunting season. Permits are $20.00 and should be obtained at the North Ocean Beach Ranger Station prior to hunting. Call the ranger station at 410-641-3030 for more information.

 

Filming Permits

  1. All commercial filiming and some still photography require a permit and are subject to cost recovery and location fees. No waivers are allowed.
  2. Original Filming Permit Applications must be submitted in writing along with application fee of $50.00 and location fee. Please allow adequate time for processing and mailing permits-a minimum of 10 business days.
  3. Performance bonds and liabillity insurance may be required.

Commercial Filming/Videos
1-2 people, camera & tripod=$0/day
1-10 people=$150/day
11-30 people=$250/day
31-49 people=$500/day
Over 50 people=$750/day

Still Photography
1-10 people=$50/day
11-30 people=$150/day
Over 30 people=$250/day

Call the ranger station at 410-641-3030 for more information.

 

Commercial Use Authorization

Commercial activities or operating a business of any kind in the park is prohibited without a Commercial Use Authorization. Applications are considered based on a number of criteria, including appropriateness/accomplishing mission of the park. The non-refundable application fee is $50.00. Call the Ranger Station at 410-641-3030 for more information.

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