Saltwater Pony Blog

Every July, thousands of visitors travel to Chincoteague Island for one of America’s most unique traditions—the Chincoteague Pony Swim. For one exciting week, the island comes alive as families gather to celebrate the famous wild Chincoteague ponies, the Saltwater Cowboys, and a tradition that has been part of the island’s history for generations. Whether you’re…

How to Choose the Best Wild Pony Tour on Chincoteague Island   If you’re planning a trip to Virginia’s Eastern Shore, there’s one experience that belongs at the top of your list: a Chincoteague Boat Tour around Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. Known for its famous wild ponies, abundant wildlife, beautiful marshes, and stunning waterfront scenery,…

Excitement is building on Virginia’s Eastern Shore as NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility prepares for the upcoming RockOn/RockSat rocket launch scheduled for June 24–25, 2026. With a launch window between 5:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., visitors from across the Mid-Atlantic are expected to travel to Chincoteague and Wallops Island for a chance to witness a rocket…

If you’re visiting Chincoteague this summer and looking for something fun to do beyond the beach, here’s an event worth adding to your itinerary. The Great Pocomoke Fairgrounds will host its Food Truck Festival on Saturday, June 20, bringing together a variety of food vendors, family-friendly activities, and plenty of Eastern Shore flavor. Located just…

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to spend a day searching for wild ponies, dolphins, bald eagles, and hidden corners of Assateague, come aboard. As the First Mate for Saltwater Pony Tours, I have the privilege of spending my days exploring the waters around Chincoteague Island and sharing some of the area’s most memorable…

Memorial Day weekend brought some unpredictable weather to Chincoteague and Assateague Island, but once the rain cleared, the water came alive. What started as a cloudy afternoon quickly turned into an incredible two-hour ride through the back bays, and the southern herd of wild ponies did not disappoint. Captain Henry was running the big boat…

There’s something special about seeing Chincoteague from the water. The marshes stretch out wide and quiet, the air smells like salt, and time seems to slow down just enough for you to really take it all in. This island isn’t just a vacation destination, it’s home, and it has a rhythm and story all its…