Most famous for its roaming herds of wild ponies that are slightly smaller than normal due to their salt marsh diet. While the island is part of both Virginia and Maryland, the Virginia side is better to visit as it has the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. You'll see the feral horses, pristine beaches, marshes bays, and the Assateague Lighthouse. No place in the world like this! #islands #beaches #horses #wildlife #easternshore #virginia