Visit Chincoteague Island Virginia
Chincoteague Island, Virginia’s only resort island, is perhaps the most beautiful island on Virginia's Eastern Shore. World famous for its oyster beds and clam shoals, Chincoteague is the gateway to the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge which is located on the Virginia side of Assateague Island.
Explore the refuge on miles of hiking and biking trails, kayak its pristine waters to see amazing wildlife; including the world famous Chincoteague Ponies or take in the breathtaking views from atop the Assateague Lighthouse.
Relax with your toes in the sand or hit the water and surf the Atlantic Ocean waves at Assateague Island National Seashore.
Feel the wind in your hair on a boat cruise or sailing adventure.
Cast a rod and catch the ‘Big One’ on an inland or off-shore fishing charter.
Discover our rich history by visiting our museums or taking an island history tour or ecotour.
Partake in delectable seafood and local fare from one of our many charming restaurants or eateries.
Find that perfect treasure by shopping our eclectic shops and art galleries.
Experience this and so much more on a little island seven miles long and a mile and a half wide. Are itineraries your style? We have them too!
Chincoteague is the perfect getaway that is close to home, yet miles away from ordinary. Come make memories that will last a lifetime and have you coming back to discover more!
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Watch Famous Ponies Swim in Chincoteague Island Tradition | National Geographic
These horses aren't taking a dip in the water just to cool off in the sweltering Virginia summer. They're the famous Chincoteague ponies of Assateague Island, and they're herded across the channel to Chincoteague Island every July by saltwater cowboys. Most of the foals are auctioned off the next day to raise money for the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company, which owns and manages the herd under a permit from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. A few foals designated as buybacks are donated to the fire company and returned to Assateague Island to replenish the herd and live in the wild for another year. The auction also helps maintain the feral horse population at around 150 on the Virginia side of Assateague Island.
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Assateague Nature Centre - Chincoteague Island, Virginia.
The Assateague Nature Centre in Chincoteague Island, Virginia is a spectacular location on the East Coast where Assateague Explorer will take you on a nature cruise or kayaking during your vacation to Virginia to see the wild horses and wildlife. Tourists meet at the Assateague Nature Centre on Chincoteague Island, then go see various herds of wild horses along Assateague Island in Virginia.
The Assateague Nature Centre overlooks the Assateague Lighthouse and is close to the National Park beaches, wildlife refuge, inlet that enters the ocean and YOU CAN OFTEN SEE WILD HORSES FROM THE DOCK AS WELL. This dock is the best location in Virginia to kayak or sail from in order to see many herds of wild horses that have roamed Assateague Island since they were shipwrecked in the 1600's. The wild horses on Assateague Island have about 70 foals each Spring and Summer. Girl Scouts, boy scouts, bird watchers, 4 H groups, equestrians, seniors, travel groups, and others enjoy this family vacation spot in Virginia. Horses, birds, dolphins, eagles and more can be spotted while Kayaking or on a nature cruise with Assateague Explorer along Assateague Island in Virginia.
The Assateague Nature Centre is where your adventure begins. Bring your family and friends here for your next vacation destination. Call 757-336-5956 to reach the Assateague Nature Centre. Visit Assateague Explorer at
The Wild Horses Of Assateague Island - Island Adventure
One unique area to visit while in Ocean city, Maryland is called Assateague Island. Its a 37 mile long island that covers Maryland and part of Virginia. Once you pay the $20 admission ($20 gives you a week pass) you can go to the beaches, fish, go crabbing or camping. The highlight of the island is encountering some of the wild horses & ponies that roam the island. So come along with me as i show what you can expect at this one of a kind island. Enjoy
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Assateague Island: Assateague Explorer
Assateague Island with Assateague Explorer nature cruise & kayaking. Awesome footage of the wild horses. See horses and their foals out in the water in front of the Assateague Lighthouse. One curious pony even comes up to have a closer look and smell the boat.
Vacation to Chincoteague Island, Virginia and see Assateague Island. Assateague Island is an island escape, away from the crowds in Ocean City, Maryland. Just a one hour drive south of Ocean City, Assateague Island's best areas are easily accessible with Assateague Explorer. Assateague Explorer departs from Chincoteague Island, Virginia.
Assateague Explorer's cruise & kayaking take you to the best places where wild horses live. Since 2001, Assateague Explorer has introduced thousands of visitors to pristine areas along Assateague Island. Assateague Explorer's nature cruise offers you the chance to relax, learn about the natural history and enjoy an outdoor adventure.
Assateague Island National Seashore and Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge are spectacular places to visit during your vacation. The beach, horses and scenery make this a special destination for travel. Assateague has unique opportunities for exploration and Assateague Explorer gets you there.
Chincoteague Island(Park and Beach),Chincoteague, VA, US - Part 1
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Chincoteague Island, Virginias only resort island, is one of the many and perhaps the most beautiful island that dots Virginias Eastern Shore. World famous for its oyster beds and clam shoals, this picturesque island is the gateway to Assateague Island National Seashore. Adventure awaits everywhere as history and legend blend with the wild loveliness of the seasonal shore.
Chincoteague Virginia Brant hunting in January 2019. Knocking down a limit
Another great morning on the water. It was almost flat calm and
much less uncomfortable than yesterday. A quick limit of Brant
in 25 minutes. Ducks were flying early and everywhere. Brant
also got up earlier than yesterday.
Pays to stay off the phone! That first Brant snuck right in on me.
Luckily, he had a few friends that came in behind him.
It was a great 2 day hunt in Chincoteague, Virginia. Sad the
season is closed but cant wait to get back at it again next year.
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Chincoteague Brant hunting January 2019 knocking down a limit
To say it was cold would be an understatement. With the wind chill
it was hovering around 18 degrees. The north 15 mph winds was
brutal but it was worth it.
The first Brant was at mach 1 when it went by and i was not out in
front of it. Plus there was probably a little over excitement seeing
my first Brant coming at me.
The next 2 Brant, I slowed down and squeezed off better shots. I
ended the morning with a limit and my first Brant ever!
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Assateague Horses: Help Keep 'Em Wild
The horses are wild at Assateague Island National Seashore and we need your help to keep them wild. Please watch this video and when on the island remain a respectful distance of 40 feet or more. Remember, Assateague Island National Seashore is NOT a petting zoo! If a horse approaches your car, roll up the window. If a horse approaches you, MOVE. Unfortunately, two horses were killed in 2018 by humans in cars. This will help the horses to learn that people can NOT be counted on for a free handout, something that teaches them to frequent cars, campsites and more looking for food. Anything other than salt marsh grass can be harmful to their intestines and may lead to death. When a horse becomes accustomed to humans, it removes their fear of traffic and places them in danger.Help us keep them wild, will you? PLEASE!
Chincoteague / Assateague Island Vacation August 2016
A video of our vacation to Chincoteague and Assateague Island August 21 - 27, 2016.
Note... Go to time 13:27 to skip all the driving!
Video and photos are from a Samsung Galaxy S4.
The Galaxy S4 was mounted to the inside of the car window hence the shaking of the video(s).
This video was edited with Filmora.
Kristine's found out just before this vacation that her cancer came back (Metastatic Breast Cancer). This was a very emotional time for us and Chincoteague / Assateague helped us forget it while we were here.
Explore | Assateague Island National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service), Berlin, Maryland
If you want to go to the beach, without the crowd and fully booked hotels, an oceanside camping might be for you. Just book six months in advance.
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How to Use Food Storage Picnic Tables at Assateague Island National Seashore
Thanks to Assateague Island National Seashore's Friends Group, Assateague Island Alliance (AIA), over 200 food storage picnic tables were placed in campgrounds and day use areas throughout the national seashore. AIA was able to support the construction of the picnic tables through fundraising and with a grant from the Maryland Heritage Area Authority.
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Overnight Camping VIRGINIA | Chincoteague + Assateague Island
Here's our mini weekend getaway in Chincoteague/Assateague Island with our little husky Kira ( We toured the entire island with a golf cart and a scooter and camped at Tall Pines Harbor Campground for the night.
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Chincoteague Wild Ponies on Assateague Island Virginia
Our world famous ponies in their natural state on Chincoteague VA National Wildlife Refuge
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Assateague Island Wild Ponies on Beach
Assateague wild ponies have roamed the beaches, pine forest, and salt marsh of Assateague Island since the 1600's. Assateague Island National Seashore has a combined total of over 300 wild ponies in Maryland and Virginia. Some people believe the horses arrived on Assateague's shores when a Spanish galleon ship (with a cargo of horses) sank offshore. Others believe the horses arrived by early colonial settlers that allowed them to graze there. A Spanish ship wreck was discovered recently in the waters off Assateague which lends credit to the first theory.
Assateague Island Maryland Wild Horses and Ponies Terrorizing Tourists
Assateague Island Maryland Wild Horses and Ponies Terrorizing Tourists. Visit my blog for more crazy videos and pictures here:
Assateague Island National Seashore is near Ocean City, MD and not far from Salisbury, MD. It is also within an hour and a half drive time of the Delaware Beaches (Lewes/Rehoboth).
This beach is famous for its wild horses that roam the beaches freely.
There are signs everywhere that remind the visitors NOT to feed, touch, or approach the wildlife/horses. The horse did walk down and around people and their blankets. People started to rush over and take photos of the horse. The lifeguards did blow their whistles and motion for people to back up if they were getting too close to the horse. But, it was still a pretty neat experience to see the wild horse on the beach. The wild horse seemed pretty calm with all the people standing around, so they must be used to all the attention.
Wild Horses on Assateague Island in Maryland The Wild Horses Ponies are terrorizing the tourists.
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Chincoteague Wild Ponies, Northern Herd, Assateague Island, Virginia
Chincoteague Wild Ponies in the northern herd, on Assateague Island, Virginia. The stallion Legacy's herd of mares and Neptune's in the distance towards the end of the video.