Don't get me wrong, we expected bugs, we brought spray. We are very much outdoorsy people and actually live in a wooded area. However, what we encountered was something out of a horror movie. I felt like I was in the Amazon. We had mosquitos in places I didn't know they could go. I've been home for 2days and I'm... More

The refuge was absolutely beautiful. I would recommend the weekly pass. We drove thru the park every evening and saw different wildlife everytime. The hiking paths are well kept and not strenuous. We saw ponies, birds, and deer. Don't forget the bug spray.

This is a very beautiful place with lots of wildlife to see. The only small downside is the mosquitoes are bloodthirsty. Make sure to spray yourself with bug spray even if you get out of the car for a couple of minutes to take a picture. It is well worth the trouble though to see this refuge. Also bring money... More

5/24/2012 - I highly recommend a visit to Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. If you are able - take a bike tour. Rent a bike from one of the local bike shops off Maddox Street. No entrance fee for people on bikes. This will allow you to tour the island's miles of trails. We encountered a few ponies on one of... More

Nice for families! The lighthouse is interesting the beach is lovely.

The most beautiful peaceful beach. Cookouts and family fun, not for college party kids. FAMILY time and relaxing! Victorian houses with a step back in time!

I recently visited Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge for the first time and was rather disappointed. I expected to actually SEE wild ponies in the park. There was one herd I saw in the far distance from an outlook post and then a few (more tame) ponies that came to a pony viewing station for feeding. However, overall, I was very... More

It was an absolutely beautiful place but not good for motorcycles. Couldn't take the wildlife loop. Would be really nice for families.

Many bike and hiking trails, a fantastic beach, plenty of wildlife and the ponies are a treat. Just outside the park, commercialism for it is everywhere, but inside it is free from it. There are plenty of bathroom facilities, but the best one is inside the environmental center. There a many egrets, which I love. We also saw turtles, snakes,... More