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

Here is the complete guide to Assateague Island National Seashore, including things to do, when to visit, where to camp, ...

A “credible threat” means the 100th annual wild pony swim will feature tightened security, a depressing sign of the times.

Author Marguerite Henry and the famed Chincoteague ponies will be the topic Thursday of a Carlinville Public Library program.

Chincoteague Mayor Denise Bowden was seriously hurt during the Spring Roundup of the Chincoteague ponies Friday, according to ...

"We really need this." The "pony ambulance" allows them to reach ponies in need faster and helps volunteers navigate the challenging terrain of Assateague Island on rescue missions. Leonard said ...

Aside from the majestic horses, beautiful views of both the Atlantic Ocean and the Sinepuxent Bay make Assateague a popular hiking spot. Other to-dos include biking, fishing, shelling and kayaking.