Boating - motorized
Boating is an exciting way to explore Assateague Island and the waters surrounding the refuge. Boats are allowed to land at Toms Cove Hook between September 1st and March 14th or as otherwise posted. Boat ramps & docks are available in the Town of Chincoteague; see the town website for details.
Boats and floatation devices are not permitted in the refuge’s impoundments and borrow ditches.
Personal Watercraft (PWC) Use Map (171kb, PDF file)
Note: PWC are personal watercraft which use an inboard, internal combustion engine powering a water jet pump as its primary source of propulsion. Includes vessels such as jet skis, waverunners etc.


