Assateague State Park, Maryland

Who doesn’t dream of escaping to a mythical, magical fantasy land full of wild horses and forest frolocking? Your visions can become a reality at Assateague State Park! Less than eight miles away is the historic town of Berlin, where both The Princess Bride and Tuck Everlasting were filmed.

Maryland's only oceanfront park is located on a barrier island bordered on the east by the Atlantic Ocean and the Sinepuxent Bay on the west. Two miles of pristine ocean beaches offer swimming, beachcombing, sunbathing, surfing and fishing. On the bayside, you can explore secluded coves by canoe or kayak. The marsh areas are home to a variety of wildlife from deer to sea creatures to waterfowl. And if the whole “fairytale getaway” scenario wasn’t already complete, be on the lookout for the infamous feral ponies! Though touching them isn’t allowed, no one’s stopping you from daydreaming about a bareback ride through the dunes (perhaps with your prince(ess)!). Stay the night in tent or trailer at the beachside campground to round out your royal reverie!