Unable to schedule a field trip with a ranger guided activity? We have plenty of options available for your students that can be teacher led!
Maryland DistrictAssateague Island Visitor CenterThe Assateague Island Visitor Center is located in the Maryland District of Assateague Island before the Verrazzano Bridge entrance into the park. Exhibits: Marine aquariums, touch tank, exhibits, brochures, maps and a film about the wild horses of the island, Junior Ranger Program (no purchase necessary). Facilities: Restrooms, bookstore, entrance passes, lost and found and emergency services. Self-guided trails Experience life on a barrier island! Assateague Island has a variety of paved and unpaved trails open for hiking. Trails are 1/2 mile loops, and 37 miles of beach hiking. Trail guides are provided online. Please visit our hiking page for field guides and safety information. Virginia DistrictToms Cove Visitor Center Fee WaiversIf you and your class are visiting the Maryland District of the national seashore, make sure to download and fill out the Fee Waiver form.If you and your class are visiting the Virginia District of the national seashore, print a copy of your confirmation form to bring with you. The form will be emailed to you prior to your field trip date and serves as your fee waiver into the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Take a Self-Guided Tour from home!
Take a Self-Guided Tour with our Park Rangers. Call 410-864-9128 or visit asis.oncell.com. Accessible with mobile devices only. Be Prepared
Some basic information to know before you plan a field trip to the national seashore. Find Your Virtual Park!
Not able to visit Assateague? Discover Assateague online through photos, videos and activities to download. |
Last updated: February 10, 2023