Chincoteague Ponies

Chincoteague Ponies are a breed of wild ponies that live on Assateague Island off the coast of Virginia. The herd of wild ponies are owned by the Chincoteague Fire Department and consist of less than 150 ponies that live in different herds or bands across the island. Most Chincoteague Ponies are between 13 and 14 hands but they can range from 12 hands up to just over 15 hands. Chincoteague Ponies come in a variety of colors and pinto patterns but the breed does not have grey or dun. Marguerite Henry brought attention to the breed with her book Misty of Chincoteague.

Chincoteague ponies are fun to ride, easy to train and can excel in any discipline. They are great mounts for both children and adults. Chincoteague ponies are smart, hardworking and enjoy being with people. The Chincoteague Pony is a rare breed and are said to be descendants of Spanish horses from shipwrecks off the coast in the 16th century.

Island Pony Dream Farm in Parma, Idaho raises Chincoteague Ponies and has a herd of 19 Chincoteague ponies including island born ponies and Misty descendants.