5 days in Chincoteague Island Itinerary

Famous for a wild breed of horses--Chincoteague Ponies--Chincoteague Island embraces the mystery of some of North America’s oldest inhabitants.

Venture out of the city with trips to Barrier Islands Center (in Machipongo), Cape Charles (Cape Charles Beach & Kiptopeke State Park) and Salisbury Zoo (in Salisbury). Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, stroll through Bike Depot, visit a coastal fixture at Assateague Lighthouse, and make a trip to Harriet Tubman Birthplace Marker.

To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Chincoteague Island trip itinerary builder website.

July in Chincoteague Island sees daily highs of 86°F and lows of 72°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.