

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Day Trip Hike: Chincoteague NWR + Wild Ponies ??? MARCH 22nd‼️
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: ??? Day Trip Hike: Chincoteague NWR + Wild Ponies (Relaxed Pace) March 22nd‼️

Let’s take a fun East Coast Hikers day trip to Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge (VA side of Assateague Island). Expect easy, flat trails, beautiful marsh and coastal views, and a great chance to spot the famous wild ponies. This will be a relaxed, social pace with time for photos and quick breaks.

? Saturday, March 22, 2026.
⏰ Meet: 10:00 AM (start walking ~10:10).
? Suggested VB departure: 7:15–7:30 AM (traffic + quick stop buffer).

? Entrance Fee: $10 per vehicle for a one-day pass. America the Beautiful federal lands pass is also accepted.

? Meet-Up Location.
Herbert H. Bateman Educational &amp; Administrative Center.
8231 Beach Road, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336.

? Bathrooms: Available at the Administrative Center starting at 10:00 AM.

? Easy / Flat Trail Options (mix &amp; match).
• Wildlife Loop — 3.2 miles.
• Black Duck Trail — 1.0 mile (connector).
• Woodland Trail — 1.6 miles.
• Lighthouse Trail — 0.25 mile (optional add-on).

? Timing Note.
Wildlife Loop opens to vehicles at 3:00 PM (still walkable, just shared with cars after 3).

?️ Optional Lighthouse Add-On.
If the Assateague Lighthouse is open, we’ll stop by after the hike. Hours vary — call 757-336-3696 to confirm day-of.

?️ Optional Post-Hike Lunch.
Ropewalk (waterfront, casual, great views) — totally optional.
? 6262 Marlin Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336.
? (757) 336-0512.

? Optional Kayak Add-On (after lunch).
Chincoteague Island Outfitters — singles starting at $20/hr (+ $10 each additional hour). Weekend availability can be limited, so reserve ahead if interested.
? 7885 Eastside Road, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336.
? (757) 336-5129.

?? Bug spray is a must.

? No dogs allowed in the refuge (even in vehicles).

? Pony Safety: Give ponies plenty of space. Do not feed or approach.

?? Carpooling: Comment if you want to carpool from VB. Join the carpool chat if you’re ? in: https://m.me/j/AbbCK7_eyl2MEol2/.

Please RSVP if you are going, arrive on time or a little early for parking, and update your RSVP if your plans change.

See you on the trails. ???
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chincoteague/day-trip-hike-chincoteague-nwr-wild-ponies-march-22nd/200029614354721
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 360

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Chincoteague
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 8231 Beach Road, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
- **lat**: 37.90995
- **long**: -75.35445
- **full address**: 8231 Beach Road, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336, 8193 Beach Rd, Chincoteague, VA 23336, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Yulia Moshkariova (https://allevents.in/org/yulia-moshkariova/25725712)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 8231 Beach Road, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336, 8193 Beach Rd, Chincoteague, VA 23336, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Yulia Moshkariova
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, trekking, dog
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Day Trip Hike: Chincoteague NWR + Wild Ponies ??? MARCH 22nd‼️ ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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