Pirates Quay - 1 South (WP1S)

Two Bedroom Waterfront Condo, Located on Ocracoke Island. Complimentary Boat Dockage.

Take a Free Wildlife Education Program

Stop by the National Park Service Ocracoke Island Visitor Center for information on informative programs including subjects such as Barrier Island Nature, Outer Banks History or Graveyard of the Atlantic. For a closer look at life on a sandy beach, attend Explore the Shore, participate in a talk on the Banker Ponies or join in the Morning Bird Walk. By attending programs and completing a workbook, kids ages 5-13 can become a Seashore Ranger. Offerings and schedules vary by season. For further information on Seashore programs, contact the Ocracoke Visitor Center (252) 928-4531 or check the park website at http://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/things2do.htm.

Take Your Kids To Surf Camp

Ride the Wind Surf Shop on Ocracoke offers a kids surf camp in the summer. Classes emphasize water safety as well as surfing skills. They have operated the surf camp for several years and have introduced hundreds of kids to surfing and the surfing community. Check online for the surf camp schedule and reservations information at www.SurfOcracoke.com.

Join the Ocrafolk School

The Ocrafolk School is a week of island heritage workshops and fun. They offer courses such photography, pottery, painting and basket weaving. Offered annually and only in October, this is a week you'll never forget! Visit the website, www.OcrafolkFestival.org or call (252) 928-0217 for more details.

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.

Enjoy an Al Fresco Waterfront Dinner

Ocracoke has a number of waterfront dining options where you can sit outdoors and enjoy a lovely breeze off the sound and maybe some live music, too! What could be better than enjoying a cool beverage and a delicious meal as you watch the boats coming in to the harbor for the evening and the watercolor sky lit up with a brilliant sunset. A walk through the heart of the village reveals several waterfront dining options along the shores of Silver Lake Harbor.

Go Fishing on a Private Charter

There are a large variety of inshore and offshore charters located on Ocracoke. The most commonly caught fish around Ocracoke are drum, flounder, pompano, bluefish, spanish mackerel, spot, striped bass, mahi-mahi, wahoo and tuna. The fishing charter boats are all located around Silver Lake Harbor.

Discover Ocracoke's Rich Fishing History

Ocracoke Island has a rich fishing history. This history was about to come to an end with the closure of Ocracoke's last remaining fish house. A group of local fishermen joined together to form the Ocracoke Working Watermen's Association. The group operates under the nonprofit Ocracoke Foundation, incorporated in August 2006. In addition to operating as a commercial fish house, Ocracoke Seafood Company has a retail storefront market that sells fresh fish to the public. The fishermen also see the fish house as a place for educating people about commercial fishing and for showing them, hands-on, the skills of their livelihood. The Ocracoke's Watermen's Association and Fish House is located at 416 Irvin Garrish Highway on Ocracoke. For hours and information, call (252) 928-5601.

Watch the Full Moon Rise and Look For Ghost Crabs at the Beach

Go to the beach on a balmy, summer night and wait for the full moon to come up over the ocean. On a clear night, the full moon rising up over the horizon sometimes has an orange or red tint which is the light from the setting sun filtering through particles in the Earth's atmosphere and reflecting off the moon. It's absolutely beautiful hanging in the sky above the dark ocean waves. When the moonlight floods the beach and reflects brightly off the white sea foam, you will see dozens of ghost crabs skittering about. If the clouds are over the moon, bring a flashlight and see how many ghost crabs you can find!

Visit the Ocracoke Island Museum and Preservation Society

Once the private residence of Coast Guard Captain David Williams, this home was moved to its current location near Ocracoke Island's Silver Lake in 1989 and restored to its original beauty by the Ocracoke Preservation Society. Many furnishings and memorabilia reminiscent of the 19th century have been donated by local families, visitors and friends. Photographs of island natives can be seen throughout the house. The museum also has several exhibits and a research library. Admission is free and the museum is open from Easter through late Fall. For more information, contact the Ocracoke Island Museum and Preservation Society at (252) 928-7375. Special events include Porch Talks during summer and the Tree Lighting and Wassail Party in December.

Get Married (Or Renew Your Vows) on the Beach

Each year, hundreds of people have weddings on the beaches of the Outer Banks. With all of the vacation rental homes that are available for families and friends to rent, mixed with the unforgettable backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and Ocracoke's sand dunes and sea oats, it will be an unforgettable event. There are many local photographers, florists, wedding planners, entertainers and caterers that can assist with your planning. You will need to obtain a marriage license from Hyde County. If you are getting married on the beach, you will also need to obtain a permit from the National Park Service.

 

Ocracoke Restaurants

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

Sweet Tooth
1015 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Smacnally's
180 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

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

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

Flying Melon Cafe
804 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

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

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

Cafe Atlantic
1129 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Back Porch Lunchbox
747 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Pizza Company
Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Creekside Cafe
475 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Shopping

Over the Moon
64 British Cemetery Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Blackbeard's Ice Chest
45 Trent Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Captain's Cargo Gift Shop
324 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Secret Garden Gallery
80 Back Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Java Books
226 Back Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

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

Sea Maiden's Muse
58 Creek Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

The Olde Ocracoke Gathering Place
Corner of Irvin Garrish Highway and School Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

The Olde Ocracoke Gathering Place
Corner of Irvin Garrish Highway and School Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Sweet Tooth
1015 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Fat Boy's Fish Co.
300 Lighthouse Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Tradewinds Tackle Shop
1094 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

Ocracoke Attractions

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

Ocracoke Preservation Society
49 Water Plant Road
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

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

Ocracoke Activities

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

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

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

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

Ocracoke Youth Center
1037 Irvin Garrish Highway
Ocracoke, NC 27960

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

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

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

Portsmouth Island Boat Tours
278 Irvin Garrish Highway
Community Square Docks
Ocracoke, NC 27960

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

Ocracoke Fire Department Bingo
Back Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960

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