Assateague Island
Barrier island in Maryland and Virginia, United States / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Assateague Island is a 37-mile (60 km) long barrier island located off the eastern coast of the Delmarva Peninsula facing the Atlantic Ocean.[1] The northern two-thirds of the island is in Maryland, and the southern third is in Virginia.
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Location | Atlantic Ocean |
Coordinates | 37°58′35.07″N 75°18′17.12″W |
Area | 63 km2 (24 sq mi) |
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The Maryland section contains the majority of Assateague Island National Seashore and Assateague State Park. The Virginia section contains Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and a one-mile stretch of land containing the lifeguarded recreational beach and interpretive facilities managed by the National Park Service (or NPS).[2] It is best known for its herds of feral horses, pristine beaches and the Assateague Lighthouse. The island also contains numerous marshes, bays, and coves, including Toms Cove.[3] Bridge access for cars is possible from both Maryland and Virginia, though no road runs the full north/south length of the island.