Natural beauty cared for in a special way, tradition mingled with contemporary folk in a unique and meaningful way, pleasant and friendly local folk who understand why people are drawn to this sacred place
Great laid back park for seaside, hiking, biking, kayaking.
Cool place. Not very big as far as area to drive... kinda one way in, one way out. It costs $20 to get in, but I feel that it's worth it to see the horses and the beach. Its beautiful there... absolutely beautiful. Bring your camera, you're gonna want to take pictures. If you go to Chincoteague Island, you gotta check out the wildlife refuge.
The island was nice but there were little horses to see! The north side of the island that is accessed in Maryland is where all the horses are roaming around free.
The most beutiful area I been in this location. Is a must stop. An the beach isn't crowded as OC love this place. It has become our family get alway for the past 5 years an more. Seen the horses was awesome. Park ranger are so helpful . Love this place.
Awesome wildlife viewing, great visitor center, and the lighthouse is cool.
Beautiful location, perfect for nature lovers and family trips.
Beautiful place. The beach is great and a lot of nice places to see. Want to go there again.
Nice park. Aasateague lighthouse and the Aasateague Ponies!
Beautiful, desolate beach like so many on the east coast. In my opinion the entrance fee is exorbitant.
This place is one of the most majestic, beautiful and calming places in the United States!!! Simply amazing, my new favorite place. We saw eagles, sika deer, merlins, wild horses and a multitude of other different wildlife!
Not so crowded. Make sure to take mosquitoe repellent with you.
One lane was open to pay. People kept getting confused and going to the other lane, clearly looking for direction, but instead were met with a sign about having a pass and no one was enforcing anything so they just drove in.
We waited in line to pay $20, even though military could have gotten a free annual pass. There was no sign and the attendant didn't ask us.
When we got to the lighthouse it was closed. 4:30PM, memorial day weekend (Saturday).
The beach was windy, crowded and everyone's new beach equipment plastic wrappings were blowing all over the place into the bird nesting areas.
Either holidays weekends are overwhelming or they are not very organized at the park.
This trip was extremely underwhelming.
Heaven on Earth! And the wild ponies are the icing on the cake. Take a kayak down to the back side of the south part of the island and you will have a magnificent time
Chincoteague resembles Jurassic Park more than the Eastern shore. We biked to a secluded beach, saw more wildlife than I've seen in the last 5 years combined and climbed a 150 year-old light house. You couldn't ask for a better place to take a family if you love the outdoors
Relatively untouched. Beautiful in every way. Some of the best surf fishing. Great camping! Mind the bugs.
A beautiful place for bicycle riding, walking,crabbing swimming or watching the wildlife. Great place to relax.
Not allowed to even bring dogs in your car makes it very difficult for people travelling through
Beautiful beach. Ocean on one side and the bay on the other.
What a thrill hiking here in the Chincoteague National Wildlife Reserve! Seeing the horses running free with such a thrill for us! They have really terrific hiking trails. They are very well marked and you can access so much of the park. They have a terrific Wildlife Center down at the end with a lot of information about the island! That also have beach access there. We walked a trail that went to the lighthouse. Trails that went to the wild pony overlook and we were lucky enough to see them! We also enjoyed seeing many bald eagles flying around in that area. The trail is handicapped accessible. One other trail that we took was around the Marsh Trail where we were able to see a lot of birds including Canada Geese, a variety of Ducks as well as other birds. The trail is accessible as well as the platform for the handicapped. We stayed in The Refuge Inn right outside the gates of the park. They have ponies right there that you can go up close and see. It was a wonderful place with nice people that ran it. We definitely will return next time that we go to Chincoteague Island!
Very clean beach. Lots of enjoyable trails, the lighthouse was fun. 15% deet did nothing for us, we switched to 30% and got bit by mosquitos less.
Beautiful and peaceful place to visit with family. Wonderful nature trails. Spotlight on the Assateague Lighthouse! And what can I say about the Chincoteague Island Beach!!! Loved it!!!
Beautiful reserve. We stayed in a hotel very close to the entrance and rode our bikes to the beach. It wasn't very crowded due to hurricane Florence barrelling in, but for us the weather held out and we had a great time!
It's beautiful here! The mosquitos were a nightmare though on my trip due to heavy rains prior. Make sure to bring lots of bug spray (the strong stuff!) and take some bite sticks or other itch relief. They bit us right through our clothes.
So much to see and do here! Biking, walking, running, swimming or just relaxing at your favorite spot, there's so to explore!
Nice day trip. Climb the lighthouse and look for the wild horses
Great wildlife. Lighthouse has great views. wonderful exercise. Nice beach.
Primitive beach, surrounded by dunes, where wild ponies roam. We fell asleep among the stars to the sound of the waves pounding the beach. We can't wait to return!
Serene, we'll maintained and appointed facilities and attractions. The staff, rangers and guides are first class. Birds and wild ponies are displayed in a natural surrounding. Island life and pace are refreshing. Fresh seafood and island favorites await the visitor. Fabulous oyster tacos can be found at the Pico Taqueria. Bill's satisfies with a wonderful surf and turf and equally memorable prime rib. Our waitress stole the show with her pleasant and attentive service. Island Creamery delivers scrumptuous homemade ice cream. NASA Wallops Flight facility boast occasional launches to the ISS if you are fortunate to experience one. The Waterside Inn offers a cozy, comfortable wonderfully maintained diplomat room that provides panoramic water views. Sea birds echo in the breeze as they assert their territory below your private balcony. An assortment of fragrant roses surround this quiet meticulously maintained Inn.
Beautiful and pristine but watch out for green eyed flies! Ouch!
Beautiful location. Small Town tourist destination. Lots of cyclists. Beach, lighthouse, wild ponies.
One needs a weekly pass to explore this wildlife refuge.
Been going here for years, it's my favorite beach to go to. Always well kempt, and never to crowded.
Awesome! I plan to come back in the spring! I could almost touch the horses!!!
Beautiful and so full of nature. Great bike and hiking trails. Perfect for any weather. The ponies are beautiful.
Not as cool as the Maryland side. Too crowded but the lighthouse is pretty neat
So nice to enjoy a run thru or just nice day at the beach! Also fun to see the wild horses from a distance in the wild!
If you love nature, walking trails and Wildlife of the East Coast this is a place for you. We just loved it. Nature is the best namaste. With all the snowy egrets and a plethora of other Shorebirds, squirrels and frogs it was just great.
$20 every car. Good for one week. No hourly rate. 20 period
Ama,ing, beautiful spot! We did some beach time and a lot cycling and really enjoyed how great it was here. Be prepared for LOTS of mosquitoes though. We fought this by keeping ourselves moving on the trails as even heavy use of bug spray didn't seem to slow them down in some parts of the trail.
Natural beach. No vendors or boardwalks. They have lifeguards in certain areas. The beach has narrowed during high tide due to an overwash this spring. They are working on getting it back in shape. Be sure to stop at the Tom's Cove nature center if you have children.
Absolutely beautiful. All nature. Lots of trails and bathrooms. Beach is beautiful
Extraordinary places to visit, my girlfriend and I had a chance to see the wild ponies running and it was magnificent!
Wonderful place to visit great beaches plenty of wildlife and the ponies so beautiful that's why I moved here
Been there a few times. See the horses, beautiful beach
Had to pay $20 just to drive to the beach only to find out it was packed with no place to park. Never even seen a horse.
Liked it very much. Beautiful sights and trails. Beach is big. If you are going there bring a bike with you. Too many mosquitoes so be prepared.
They say that some of the best views u get are from climbing to the top of the lighthouse, I wouldnt know, it was closed.
Beautiful area, not too crowded, people who own shops very friendly. Horses are amazing. Birds & wildlife plentiful.
Great place, saw more points from the side of the road then in 40 dollar boat ride
