Assateague Island (Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge) is located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and Maryland. The island itself is only 37 miles long and host lovely beaches along with many different types of wild life.
Today I’ll be focusing on the Virginia portion of Assateague that is 1/3 of the total area. The entrance is on Chincoteague Island, a small and quaint tourist town that is popular during the summertime especially during July when the Pony swim and Chincoteague Carnival occur.
The Chincoteague ponies are famous and defiantly work viewing. 
Another sight to see is the historic Assateague Island lighthouse which offers tours to the top. 
175 steps that will go around and around brings you to not only a stunning view of Assateague but also of Chincoteague. 
The tours do have limited times so be sure to check before traveling. If you’re brave make sure you look down.
Make sure you bring your bathing suit and umbrella and enjoy the beach. 
If you find yourself on the beach at sunset you are in for a treat. Sit back and enjoy the view.
Though there is no camping on the Virginia side of Assateague there are plenty of hotels and camping grounds nearby on Chincoteague. There are even a few Bed & Breakfast locally owned and operated.
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