- Air Tours
- Amusements
- Bike Rentals
- Boat Tours
- Crabbing
- Educational Activities
- Entertainment and Shows
- Ferry
- Fishing
- Fishing Charters
- Hang Gliding
- Hiking Spots
- History
- Horseback Riding
- Indoor Activities
- Jet Ski Rentals
- Kayak Rentals
- Kayak Tours
- Kid Friendly Activities
- Kitesurfing Lessons
- Kitesurfing Rentals
- Marinas
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- Nightlife
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- Paddleboarding Lessons
- Paddleboarding Tours
- Parasailing
- Rainy Day Activities
- Sailing
- Sailing Tours
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- Surfboard Rentals
- Surfing
- Surfing Lessons
- Tours
- Wakeboarding
- Water Skiing
- Wild Horse Tours
- Wine and Beer Tours
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Ocracoke Seafood Festival
August 30th, 2025 -
Ocracoke Working Waterman's Festival
October 18th, 2025 -
Blackbeard's Pirate Jamboree
October 31st, 2025 - November 1st, 2025
Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...
Flippy Flop makes it simple to relax while on island time. This open floor plan home is located on a modest shallow water canal ideal for kayaking. Savor expansive marsh vistas.2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths: Primary Bedroom with Queen Bed. porch access...
- Ocracoke
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...
This second floor three bedroom, three bath villa offers a sizable living area, full kitchen with dining table, washer/dryer, 3 TVs, wireless internet access, and phone.Bedroom A has a queen bed, TV, and a cavernous bath with a whirlpool tub...
- Ocracoke
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...
New to OIR for 2025! This two bedroom, two bath home is being refreshed for the 2025 season!Savor the peaceful neighborhood of Oyster Creek and relax with your furry friend on the enormous screened porch. This pet friendly home has a traditional...
- Ocracoke
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse may not be the most imposing of the Outer Banks lighthouses, but as North Carolina's oldest lighthouse in operation, (and the second oldest in the United States), it is certainly one of the most beloved. At just 65...
Appreciate the ideal Ocracoke vacation home for huge families, Two If By Sea combined (WP18 and WP19). This roomy vacation home offers an open floor plan featuring a living, dining and kitchen on each floor. 8 Bedrooms, 4 Full and 4 Half Baths.This...
- Ocracoke
- 8 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 16
Ocracoke is separated from the rest of the world by the 20+ mile wide Pamlico Sound, which means that the only way to access the island is via a personal vessel, or more commonly, by a North Carolina State Ferry.
Each of the Outer Banks five lighthouses is unique. For a beautiful view, visitors can climb Currituck Beach Light, Bodie Island Light and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse for a small fee in season. It's an unforgettable way to see the Outer Banks! Don't...
Spend a calming vacation in this marvelous Ocracoke Island bungalow. Located within walking distance to coffee stores and close by eateries.Cedar Grove Cottage features an open living and dining area, kitchen and tiled baths. Appreciate the roomy...
- Ocracoke
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Vacationers will notice a handful of sailboats at every local Outer Banks port, either saddled up to the docks or breezing across the harbor, en route to the nearest sound for a cruise, or to the continent-spanning Intracoastal Waterway to continue...
Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) may be considered one of the Outer Bank's newest crazes to hit the water, but the sport itself is actually centuries old, originating in the Hawaiian and Polynesian Islands as an easy-going mode of transportation from...
Ask about Kitesurfing and sailing lessons available from licensed and professional instructors!Escape to a superb country home in Ocracoke. This 1-bedroom getaway offers a serene ambiance ideal for unwinding. With amenities like AC, WiFi, and a...
- Ocracoke
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
After a few days of sunny beach afternoons, fantastic local attractions, and all the amenities that attract people to the Outer Banks, many visitors find themselves daydreaming about a more permanent vacation. Whether your ultimate goal is to own an...
Here is a list of some of our favorite beach toys for kiddos. We gravitate to unique, high-quality toys that inspire creativity. Some of these toys are classics, and some add a twist.
This marvelous Ocracoke vacation home offers spectacular unobstructed vistas of the distant ocean and sound across a marvelous expanse of the natural marsh. Rise early and appreciate your private front-row seat for a spectacular Ocracoke sunrise...
- Ocracoke
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Enjoy a night on the town that is steeped in local history, culture, and miles of fun with a show at the acclaimed Deepwater Theater and Music Hall on Ocracoke Island. Serving as the venue for regular summertime concerts and shows, as well as the...
The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...
Visitors to Ocracoke Island won't have too much trouble exploring the area. With 16 miles of undeveloped and completely pristine beaches, bordered to the north by a 4-square mile village that encircles the Ocracoke Harbor, it doesn't take long for...
A picturesque stop and must see for photographers.
Enjoy an adventure that’s literally miles above a typical day at the beach with a flight that’s launched by the high-flying local pros at Ocracoke Parasail. This popular attraction in the heart of Ocracoke Village provides safe and...
The Ocracoke Preservation Society is a community-based non-profit organization founded in with the goal of preserving the rich cultural and historical heritage of Ocracoke Island. It's main function is preserving and restoring the island's...
Get ready for the island-hopping adventure of a lifetime with this longtime favorite activity of Ocracoke Island residents and visitors alike. Portsmouth Island ATV Tours provides shuttle service and a guided tour of Portsmouth Island - a deserted...
From surfing lessons and kayak tours to all the gear you’ll need to stay active on the Ocracoke beaches, Ride the Wind Surf Shop has everything under the sun for island visitors who want to uncover all the on-the-water fun that the Outer Banks...
More than 120 coastal communities oppose offshore drilling- the coast has spoken, and we are determined more than ever to protect our coast. Communities, elected leaders, and impacted businesses and residents along the Southeast spoke out strongly...
Springer's Point is a gorgeous nature preserve with a legendary past. Populated for centuries, and open to the public, this small parcel of Ocracoke Island is one of the last undeveloped sections of land on the island, and thanks to extensive...
Coffee and creativity in one venue!
Ocracoke Island is renowned for its miles of exceptional fishing, and visiting anglers will be able to acquire all of the supplies and equipment they’ll need and then some with a visit to the Tradewinds Tackle Shop. This local landmark...