Ocracoke /ˈoʊkrəkoʊk/ is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated town located at the southern end of Ocracoke Island, located entirely within Hyde County, North Carolina, in the United States. The population was 948 as of the 2010 census. As of 2014, Ocracoke's population was estimated at 591. Ocracoke Island was the location of the pirate Blackbeard's death in November 1718.
Restaurants in Ocracoke
5.0 based on 211 reviews
Ride the Wind is a full service surf shop, offering surf instruction, surf camps, surf & kayak rentals, Standup Paddleboarding, and the latest in surf apparel, footwear, and sunglasses.
We were a family of four that had never tried stand up paddle boards. Our waitress Cathy at Howard's Pub recommended Ride the Wind surf shop down the street in Ocracoke. Robert and Jesse gave us the lowdown on board rentals. $20.00 per hour. Other longer term rates available. We parked at the shop. Their dock is across the street - very convenient. Jesse outfitted us with life jackets, paddles and a board. None of us had formal training on the boards - only from watching videos and other boarders. We were able to climb on the boards and stand up. It took 5 - 10 minutes acclimation for balancing skills to kick in. For me it helped to focus on the horizon. In one hour we paddled around Silver Lake and out to Pamlico Sound towards the light house. Our round trip was an hour. Just enough for us. Ride the Wind on Silver Lake Harbor is an excellent intro to Stand Up Paddle boarding - I would recommend for anyone thinking of trying it out for the first time, or accomplished paddlers.
5.0 based on 20 reviews
This is simply a delightful shop with beautiful, unique handmade gifts, many that are made locally. There is always so much to choose from! The store manager, Amy Howard, is always cheerful and welcoming. This is my absolute favorite shop on the Outer Banks, and every time I visit I come home with a new treasure (or several!). :) Highly recommended.
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Great experience. A perfect way to finish an Ocracoke day. We were fortunate enough to have clear skies to see the Milky Way and a number of shooting stars.
4.5 based on 385 reviews
The remains of four British soldiers whose ship was sunk off the coast during World War II are buried here.
This cemetery is truly historic and a beautiful tribute. You'll only need to pul over for a few minutes to take it in. The stones/memorials explain who they are and why they are there. It's a quick sight, but worth your time to pay respects to these soldiers. Very glad we stopped.
4.5 based on 40 reviews
ATV and shelling on Portsmouth Island NC
4.5 based on 273 reviews
This is a cool short hike through some interesting trees ending with a view of where Blackbeard met his fate. We parked at the nearby church (left a donation in the box) and walked to the trail entrance. 20-40 minutes is about all you would need for this. We enjoyed it.
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Ocracoke Beach was very nice with a long wide beach and attractive mounds of sand dunes and sea grasses. This section had a large parking lot, very nice rest rooms and a walkway and steps that cut thru the sand dunes to the beach. There were a few families on the beach, but we had most of it to ourselves. Nice for swimming, walking, shelling, etc..
4.0 based on 1,027 reviews
The oldest lighthouse still in operation in North Carolina.
With all of the current closures, there's not really a lot to see and do in the quaint village, so make sure you get off the beaten path and stop at the lighthouse. The parking area is small, but easily accommodated my 25' RV. It's a short walk to the light house and the plaque that talks about the structure and history was worth the read.
4.5 based on 42 reviews
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