Ocracoke Island
Ocracoke Island has served both as a home for fishermen and as a hiding place for pirates. The fearsome pirate Blackbeard himself often escaped his pursuers by fleeing to shallow waters near Ocracoke Inlet. The remnants of a horse herd that once roamed free on the island can still be found here.

Permit Information
No permit needed.

Directions
Motorists can reach the park from the north via U.S. 17 and 158 or from the west via U.S. 64 and 264. One ferry travels from the mainland to Ocracoke Island.

Information Center
Visitor Center: The Ocracoke Island Visitor Center is open on a seasonal basis. This facility has exhibits, a book store, and restrooms.

Activities