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Is there a place to shower after the beach?
Submitted by Lester M, Herndon, on May 27, 2011
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
There are public outdoor wash off showers on the beach at the inlet, but there are no public showers that allow you to take a private shower. Changing in public restrooms is  illegal in OC, so there is really no good place to change.

I believe the Wicomico Bath house, which used to offer shower and changing facilities for a fee, has closed.

If spend the day at one of the water parks, either at Jolly Roger (shower and changing area) or Thunder Lagoon (you can change in rest rooms), they have changing facilities for their customers.
Answered: May 31, 2011
Where is the nearest parking for Sandpiper Dunes other than the one parking space we get per unit. We are coming tomorrow if you could respond promptly. Thanks!
Submitted by Samantha R, Rocky Mount, on May 26, 2011
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
You can park fro free on most side streets!
Answered: May 27, 2011
Are you permitted to grill on the beach? 
Submitted by Selina D, Washington, on May 27, 2011
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
No open fires or grills are allowed on the beach without a permit. You can get more information about regulations and permitting here: http://oceancitymd.gov/Fire_Department/FireMarshal/forms/BonfirePermit.pdf. Altoght this document focuses on bonfires, no fires or cooking are allowed on OC's beaches.

Several city parks, including Northside park have picnic areas and grills available for free public use.
Answered: May 27, 2011
Are there buses from Maryland and Washington, D.C. that will take us to and from Ocean City? 
Submitted by LIONEL B, Rockville md., on May 25, 2011
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
Greyhound is your best bet.  They drop you off at their station just west of Ocean City. 

www.greyhound.com
Answered: May 26, 2011
Hi , Can I rent an Umbreall/Canopy for medium faimily size? ...Please give me web link for reservation or address ... Thanks all for your replies...
Submitted by Kaushik M, Gaithersburg, on May 25, 2011
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008

You can find umbrella rentals at most beach entrances.  My advice:  buy one at Roses or Walmart.  It's much cheaper than renting at the stands for a week.

Also try  PMI rentals on 126th St and Coastal  Hwy.  You may call them at 410-252-1251  Their website is www.pmirentals.com.

Answered: May 26, 2011
I need to rent a mobility scooter for a week in Ocean City. Can you tell me where I can find more information about this?
Submitted by Les H, Laurel, on May 25, 2011
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
Try Apple Drug in Berlin www.appledrugs.com

Scooters-4-Rent will deliver a scooter to your hotel.  The price list and information can be found at:  www.scooters-4-rent.com/

Bill's Bikes rents them by the day and week.  They can be reached at 410-289-5404

Assawoman Wheelchair Rentals 443.880.2718
Answered: May 26, 2011
We have a full size van with a raised roof and are coming down this weekend. Where is the parking available for this. Not sure if it can fit in the parking with a roof.
Submitted by Kara S, Elmira, on May 25, 2011
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
Most side streets along the hotels. motels, and condos have free parking.  A friend of mine just stayed at the Princess Royale with an over sized vehicle and he parked right next to the hotel on a public street for free.
Answered: May 25, 2011
Is there anywhere that has wheelchair access? And is there any place that rents special wheelchairs for the sand and beach?
Submitted by Andrew Y, Alexandria, on May 25, 2011
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008

The Town of Ocean City provides beach wheelchairs at designated locations from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, from Memorial Day through Labor Day. They are available from the Beach Patrol on a first-come, first-serve basis. Beach wheelchairs must be used within one block (north or south) of the location where you picked it up, and must be returned by 5:00 PM.

Please note that beach wheelchairs may not be taken into the water or off of the beach itself.

These locations may change depending on availability:

Inlet Lot, 7th St., 30th St., 40th St., 48th St., 59th St., 70th St., 81st St., 89th St., 94th St., 107th St., 120th St., 130th St., 139th St., 145th St.

Answered: May 25, 2011
I know there is a bus from Bethany to Dewey... is there a bus from OC to Bethany/ Bethany to OC?
Submitted by Jennifer M, Clifton, on May 25, 2011
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
Answered: May 25, 2011
Where and how do you get to the pittsville bingo?
Submitted by Annie G, Baltimore, on May 25, 2011
Bayville, NJ
Insider since: 2010
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Answered: May 25, 2011