Looking for a coastal escape? Assateague Island offers wild horses, serene beaches, and fewer crowds than the Outer Banks.

With waterfront real estate along both the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay, Maryland is an ideal coastal getaway. This ...

When observing the horses, keep in mind that they are wild ... are managed by the state (this area is known as Assateague State Park). The Virginia district is managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife ...

About 3.2 million people visit the national seashore annually to boat, bird-watch, fish, hunt, crab, clam, camp, ride over-sand vehicles and see the park's famous wild horses.

Officials counted 79 horses on the island, up from 73 a year prior, and closer to the population goal range of 80 to 100.