Tom's Cove Visitor's Center closed permanently

Tom's Cove Visitor's Center closed permanently

Photo courtesy of Assateague National Seashore website. The Tom’s Cove Visitor Center, a longtime gateway to the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Assateague Island National Seashore, officially closed its doors permanently on November 16, 2025. The closure impacts visitors seeking information and permits for over-sand vehicles, but does not affect public access to the island’s natural areas. The facility, located ...