Best 21 things to do in Chincoteague, VA

Paddle from Chincoteague to Assateague to look for wild ponies and lighthouse views

Cruise the back side of Assateague to spot wild ponies and coastal wildlife

Walk Chincoteague’s history and birdwatching spots with a local guide

Cruise at sunset to spot Assateague ponies and coastal wildlife

Cruise Chincoteague waters and look for bottlenose dolphins (1.5–2 hours)

Find newborn foals and see as many pony herds as possible with a Saltwater Cowboy captain

Dig clams, pull oyster cages, and learn to shuck on an interactive aquafarm tour

Private 1.5-hour sunset cruise around Chincoteague Island for up to 6

Cruise to see wild Chincoteague ponies with a Saltwater Cowboy guide

Cruise to Chincoteague pony grazing pastures with a 50% refund if you don’t spot ponies

Cruise Chincoteague and harvest clams and oysters along the way

Paddle Assateague’s backwaters with a naturalist guide

Rent a kayak, paddleboard, or canoe and explore Assateague’s back bays at your own pace

Rent a bike and ride Assateague’s protected paths

Rent a bike for 6 hours near Assateague Island National Seashore

Rent a kayak, paddleboard, or canoe from open to close near Assateague Island

Rent a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard for 4 hours at the Bayside stand

Rent a bike for 6 hours near Assateague Island National Seashore

Rent a bike for 4 hours with pickup at the Bayside Drive stand

Pick up a bike at the Visitor Center for a 4-hour ride

Pick up a bike at the Visitor Center and ride for 2 hours