Ocracoke Lighthouse: A Beacon of History and Beauty

Getting There

• Car

  From any location in Inner Banks, drive to Highway 12 South. Follow Highway 12 until you reach the ferry terminal in Hatteras. The most common route is to take NC-12 S to Hatteras, which will take approximately 1 hour depending on traffic. At the ferry terminal, purchase a ticket for the ferry to Ocracoke Island. The ferry ride takes about 70 minutes, and you will need to pay a fee, which varies based on vehicle size (typically around $15-20 for a standard vehicle). Once you arrive at Ocracoke Island, continue driving on NC-12 until you reach Ocracoke Lighthouse at 360 Lighthouse Rd, Ocracoke, NC 27960.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Ocracoke Lighthouse using public transportation, you can start by taking a bus or shuttle service from various locations in Inner Banks to Hatteras. Companies like the Dare County Transportation provide shuttle services, although schedules may vary. Once you arrive at Hatteras, you will need to board the ferry to Ocracoke Island (ticket price applies). After disembarking from the ferry, you can either walk, bike, or use a local taxi service to reach Ocracoke Lighthouse, which is approximately 2 miles away from the ferry terminal.