Assateague's Wild Horses: Herd Size, History and Viewing Rules
The National Park Service counted 83 wild horses in Maryland's Assateague district in March 2026. Here is how the herd got there, how it is managed and how to see it safely.
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Olivia Reed writes about food, the outdoors, events and everyday life in Maryland for Maryland Herald.
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