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W95 · OCRACOKE, NC

Ocracoke Light Station

See the working inlet lighthouse from its grounds. The tower is closed to climbing.

A day out

Website checked Nov 8, 2026 · OCRACOKE ISLAND

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Before you go

Call to confirm hours.

Best days: Grounds can be visited daily. Check park alerts.

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Ground-visit planning only. Use current aviation sources for weather, NOTAMs, airport restrictions and aircraft suitability.

From the airplane to your destination

Off airport. Arrange transportation to the village and back. The park suggests walking from the visitor center because parking at the light station is limited.

Aircraft parking

Published source

Unattended field with tie-downs, no fuel or water. Confirm parking availability and trip-date notices.

Source ↗Checked 2026-11-08

Getting to the entrance

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The pedestrian route and gate access have not been verified. Ask before leaving the aircraft.

Ground transportation

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A courtesy car, shuttle or rideshare is not confirmed. Arrange a ride and a backup.

Overnight aircraft arrangements

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Park rules limit parking at KHSE and W95 to 14 days per stay and 30 total days per calendar year. Only authorized pedestrians and vehicles may enter runways or tarmac.

Source ↗Checked 2026-11-08

Reservations & arrival times

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Confirm hours, availability and any reservation requirements.

Facilities

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Restrooms, showers and other visitor facilities have not been independently confirmed.

Airport & FBO contacts

FBOFBO contact not confirmed
Airport contact · Ocracoke Island airport management · 252-475-9000Airport management · Source ↗ · Source checked 2026-11-08FAA March 2026 directory contact; unattended field. No staffed FBO or fuel confirmed. Verify tie-down availability, charges and authorized landside exit.
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Sources & research notes
  • Transport from W95 and the return pickup need to be arranged. The visitor-center walk does not establish airport walking distance.
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