Planning your trip to Chincoteague Island, Va.
The Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce operates an excellent visitor center; (757) 336-6161, https://www.chincoteaguechamber.com.
On neighboring Assateague Island, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service staffs two visitor centers that share stories of the island’s natural wonders; (757) 336-6122, https://www.fws.gov/northeast/chinco.
Captain Dan’s Island Tours, run by Dan Davis and his father, Ray. Reservations are recommended. Tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for children 12 and younger; (757) 894-0103, https://www.captaindanstours.com
Miss Molly’s Inn features seven themed guest rooms, including the one in which Marguerite Henry penned her classic novel. Rooms start at $110, including breakfast; (800) 221-5620, https://www.missmollys-inn.com.
Tours of the Beebe Family Ranch are available seasonably for $5 ($7 during pony swim week). Be sure to call ahead for hours of operation; (757) 336-6520.
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