Ocracoke (/ ˈoʊkrəkoʊk / OH-krə-kohk) [4][5] is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated town located at the southern end of Ocracoke Island, within Hyde County, North Carolina.

On Ocracoke, the breeze smells of salt, the streets wander toward the water, and neighbors still greet you like an old friend. This island is a ribbon of land rich with history, ghost stories, and flavors that …

Jun 19, 2025 · This guide covers the best things to do on Ocracoke Island, from the village and everywhere else on the island! The Outer Banks is one of North Carolina’s most pristine and …

Jun 11, 2025 · Keep reading and we'll show you how to make the most of your time on Ocracoke Island. Whether you're looking to plan your first trip to Ocracoke or your fifth, these ideas are sure to make …

Aug 15, 2025 · We’ve plotted all the Ocracoke attractions, things to do, places to stay, and where to eat on this Ocracoke Island Map. Creating these maps is always one of the first things I do when I travel!

Apr 25, 2023 · U.S. National Park Service manages a wild pony herd that lives in a penned area on Ocracoke Island.

Aug 8, 2025 · Discover the many reasons to plan a trip to Ocracoke, North Carolina, in the Outer Banks this year.

Discover Ocracoke Island, North Carolina. The cure for the common beach. Sketched into the southern tip of the Outer Banks, Ocracoke has a raw, untamed pirate spirit, but it's so beautiful it can easily lull …

Standing apart physically and esthetically from all the other barrier islands of North Carolina's Outer Banks, Ocracoke Island is a combination of a quaint historic unincorporated village and undeveloped …

Ocracoke Island is the southernmost destination on North Carolina’s Outer Banks, known for its remote beauty, rich history, and laid-back island atmosphere. Accessible only by ferry, private boat, or small …