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Three Bedroom Pet Friendly House Located on Ocracoke Island

Watch the Charter Boats Come in with Their "Catch of the Day"

The docks around Silver Lake Harbor will be brimming with the day's catch in the afternoon, when the charter boats arrive. You will see tired, sunburned (and happy) fishermen, whistling mates and captains. View a selection of the tuna, wahoo, mackerel, dolphin and other choice catches of the day. Watch the mates clean the day's catch at the fish cleaning station.

Check Out the Community Bulletin Boards

Looking for the inside "scoop" about what's happening on the island? Check local bulletin boards at the Community Store (on the harbor), The Variety Store, the Post Office, or the gas station all located on Highway 12. You will find notices about everything from dances to yard sales to potluck dinners. Catch up on local birth and birthday announcements!

Discover the Sound Via Robbie's Way

A sandy footpath leading to Pamlico Sound can be found along the western end of Silver Lake Road. Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to use Robbie's Way to go clamming, watch the sunset or enjoy a quiet moment on the sound. Please walk or bike since no parking is available.

Enjoy a Local Seafood Dinner

Throughout Ocracoke, there are many great restaurants that serve the catch of the day and cook it how you like it. You can't go wrong with an authentic seafood dinner on Ocracoke. Catch of the day on Ocracoke often includes flounder, drum, mahi-mahi and bluefish. There are also clams, oysters, crabs and shrimp.

View the Ocracoke Lighthouse

Located in the southwest corner of Ocracoke Village, many visitors view the Ocracoke Lighthouse each year. Built in 1823, the lighthouse is the second-oldest lighthouse in the nation and is 77.5 feet tall. Though the lighthouse is not open for tours or climbing, visitors can walk down a wooden boardwalk adjacent to the lighthouse to view and photograph the structure.

Visit Ocracoke's Traditional Quilters Club

The Ocracoke Needle and Thread Club carries on the tradition of Ocracoke quilting. They meet twice a week at Deepwater Theater. The group donates many of their finished works to aid in fundraising for island non-profits. Annually, a quilt raffle is held at the Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum. The club also takes custom orders! Visitors and new participants are welcome. No experience necessary. Check the Deepwater Theater calendar for schedule information at www.DeepwaterTheater.com.

Loosen Up with a Yoga Class

Yoga means union of the body, mind and spirit. Stretching, moving and strengthening the body helps to quiet the mind and ease emotional and physical tension. All classes are located at Deepwater Theater on School Road. To unwind, call (252) 921-0182.

View the Sunset Over the Sound

After a day of sightseeing, shopping, fishing or surfing, take time to relax and watch the sunset over the Pamlico Sound. Sunset views from the island are breathtaking. The National Park Service Boat Ramp area is a popular spot to watch the sunset on Ocracoke.

Have a Beach Campfire

A great way to relax and see the stars is to have a beach campfire. Take your family down to the beach just before sunset and set up your chairs, refreshments and firewood. If you would like, bring a few roasting sticks and some marshmallows. Once the sun goes down and the stars come out, you will be amazed at the view. Enjoy the stars (and the marshmallows!). Be sure to check the National Park Service website or stop by the NPS Visitors Center before planning your beach campfire.

Take a Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Ocracoke Walking Tour can help you discover every nook and cranny of this scenic village. This book is designed to help you discover the joys of this magical island. The first part of this book guides you along the Ocracoke Walking Tour, a specially mapped out and well planned tour throughout this charming village. The second part of the book, the Ocracoke Island Guide, gives you the lowdown on all the great attractions, activities, restaurants, shops and accommodations on the entire island. If you're planning a visit to the island or are already here and preparing for a tour, you're in for a real treat. Have fun exploring the history of Ocracoke!

 

Ocracoke Restaurants

The Slushy Stand & Bicycle Rentals
73 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Flying Melon Cafe
804 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Cafe Atlantic
1129 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Flying Melon Cafe
804 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant
1175 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Jason's Restaurant
1110 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Jolly Roger Restaurant, Pub & Marina of Ocracoke
396 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Creekside Cafe
475 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

The Back Porch Restaurant & Wine Bar
110 Back Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Back Porch Lunchbox
747 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Sweet Tooth
1015 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Fig Tree Bakery & Delicatessen
1015 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Shopping

Deepwater Pottery
62 School Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

The Community Store
278 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Up Your Alley
274 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Pamlico Gift Shop
Lighthouse Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Kitty Hawk Kites
Irvin Garrish Highway
Community Square
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Island Natural Health Store
170 Back Road
Sunflower Center
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Restoration
585 Irvin Garrish Highway
Spencer's Market
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Over the Moon
64 British Cemetery Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ditzy Dames
295 Lighthouse Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Seafood Company
416 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Station
990 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Variety Store & Hardware
950 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Attractions

Jolly Roger Restaurant, Pub & Marina of Ocracoke
396 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Anchorage Inn & Marina
205 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Teach's Hole Pirate Shop & Blackbeard Exhibit
Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Island Lighthouse
1 Loop Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Preservation Society
49 Water Plant Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Activities

Ride the Wind Surf & Kayak Shop
486 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Coastal Helicopters, LLC
158 Ocean View Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Ghost & History Walk
170 Howard Street
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Fire Department Bingo
Back Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

The Glass Bead
585 Irvin Garrish Highway
Spencer's Market
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Pamlico Sound Waterfowl Hunting
PO Box 674
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Morning Starr Beach Rides
1070 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Kitty Hawk Kites
Irvin Garrish Highway
Community Square
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Schooner Windfall Pirate Cruise
278 Irvin Garrish Highway
Community Square Docks
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Austin Boat Tours: Dolphin Cruises & Sunset Cruises
138 Loop Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Portsmouth Island ATV Excursions
396 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Kitty Hawk Kites
Irvin Garrish Highway
Community Square
Ocracoke, NC 27960