Assateague Island, USA: Wild Horses and Beaches
Explore Assateague Island, a barrier island famous for its wild horse population roaming freely across golden sand beaches. Visitors can bike the 4-mile trail, enjoy beach driving, kayak through marshes, or camp along the beachfront while observing the island's unique wildlife.
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- Assateague Island (#23) — Barrier island famous for its wild horse herds roaming freely along pristine beaches and maritime forests in Maryland and Virginia.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Reach Catalina Island by private boat, ferries, helicopters, or small planes. Once on the island, transportation is limited to bicycles, taxis, and golf carts.
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- At St. John, jump on board a local open air taxi after arriving in Cruz Bay to travel along scenic roads.
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- Spot wild horses roaming freely on Assateague Island as you bike, sunbathe, and explore the golden sand beaches.
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- Follow Assateague Island's 4-mile bike trail, go beach driving, or kayak along the marshes. Camp out along the beachfront.
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- Visit the historic Strand in Galveston Island, populated by charming shops and leading to a famous pier that juts into the Gulf of Mexico.
- Timing
- Head to Fire Island during the sunny summer months when beaches are open for sunbathing, swimming, and sailing. Most hotels and activities shut in winter.
- Tip
- At Marco Island, kayak through canals that stretch across the barrier island showcasing estuaries and mangroves.
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- At Kodiak Island, explore hiking trails on foot or ATV, go offshore fishing, and take scenic flights to view majestic peaks and the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge.
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- At Anna Maria Island, enjoy great shelling and calm seas for swimming, or rent a bike to discover local highlights and use the free trolley to see the old jail and museum.
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- At Martha's Vineyard, enjoy cycling and golfing among many excellent outdoor activities.
- Tip
- At St. John's Trunk Bay, experience a fascinating underwater snorkel trail. At Maho Bay, enjoy a more relaxed experience best enjoyed with a local.
- Save money
- Galveston Island is approximately 60 minutes from Houston, making it a popular retreat for locals seeking a nearby island escape.
Video on this route
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