Ocracoke

OCRACOKE, NC

Authors and Literary Landmarks

Cemetery Stroll

Islands

Historic Churches

Fire Houses

Lighthouse USA

Hyde County

5/10 km ISLAND WALK YR933   

START POINT:

 National Park Service Visitor Center    252-928-4531

HOURS:         Daily 9-5

Alternate Start Point:

YR602  Buxton, Dillons Corner (store) Highway 12 across street from Comfort Inn

POC:Loren Little, 336-788-8582, Lorenlittle@bellsouth.net

TRAIL: Rated 1 Enjoy the vast history and traditions of this unique community on Ocracoke Island. Visit the second oldest operating lighthouse in the nation and a nature trail loop through the Springer’s Point Nature Preserve. Trail is mostly on village streets and the nature trail. Sunscreen, insect repellent and water are all highly recommended. Public restrooms available at the National Park Service Visitor Center. In the event of an impending tropical storm Ocracoke has mandatory evacuation of non-residents. Call ahead if in question; Ocracoke Tourist info 252-928-6711, or Ocracoke Ferry office 252-928-3841

HOW TO GET THERE: National Park Service Visitor Center at the end of Highway 12 and adjacent to the Ferry Terminal in Ocracoke Village. Ocracoke Island is accessible only by free ferry from Hatteras Village on Hatteras Island (reservations not taken) and toll ferries from Cedar Island and Swan Quarter. Reservations are strongly recommended on the toll ferries, 800-856-0343 for Cedar Island or 800-773-1094 for Swan Quarter. For general ferry information and schedules 800-293-3779 or www.ncferry.org.

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