Beta 1.0 Version

Type:	Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small Wave (< 1m)
Hazards:	None
Quality:	Clean
Best Tide:	Tide Independent

Flat water on the bay side. Shallow. Small waves on the oceanside.

Type:	Sand
Size:	Big
Hazards:	None
Beach Users:	None

The beach is located in the Virgina State Park. It is a sandy beach on both side, the ocean and bay side. However, during the summer time, the access to the beach is restricted in order to protect the bird nesting area. The access re-opens in September. The shape of the beach is a half circle.

Best Months:	March, April, May, September, October, November
Wind Type:	Frontal Winds
Best Direction:	SW, W, NW
Main Direction:	No Info

Best winds during spring and fall. Wind is not very consistent, and is mostly dependent on cold fronts passing through. The shape of the beach is a half circle, making it a good spot for every Westerly wind direction.

Transport:	Car
Access:	Short Walk

Get directions from

Virginia East coast. On Assateague Island. Take route 13. Then take route VA-175/Chincoteague Rd. Continue to follow VA-175 until you get onto Assateague Island. Her follow the Beach Road until you hit the ocean. Here turn right and drive until you see the sandy beach in between the bay and ocean.

Rules:

Time Restrictions, Fees

There is a $10 fee to access to the park (this is a one week pass). During the summer time, the access to the beach is restricted in order to protect the bird nesting area. The access re-opens in September. Do not enter when it is closed!