No Assateague Pony Hitchhikers Please

Wild horses of Assateague Island National Seashore simply walk along any road they choose…

A brown and white wild horse from Assateague Island struts along the side of the road, looking as nonchalant as a celebrity on a red carpet. Captured through the car window, she seems to be weighing her options — maybe she’s thinking about hitching a ride or simply flaunting her fabulous mane.

No pony hitchhikers please
No Assateague Pony hitchhikers, please.

This is no ordinary road; it’s on the iconic Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland, where wild horses roam free and RVs park like they own the place. The backdrop is a delightful mess of green shrubs that seem to whisper secrets to one another while keeping an eye on our equine friend.

As campers sip their coffee and take selfies, our horse is clearly the star of the show, basking under a clear blue sky. She might even be contemplating becoming an Instagram influencer — #HorseGoals anyone?

In this bright and natural setting, wildlife and human activity coexist in perfect harmony — or at least until someone tries to feed her a hot dog!

Be sure to visit Bill’s Assateague Island Photography Collection: CLICK HERE.