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Cape Lookout Ferry

Cape Lookout National Seashore Ferry Services (To Cape Lookout, Shackleford Banks & Carrot Island)

Climbing the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
Climbing Times: Lighthouse climbs will take place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the open season (late May through Labor Day) Climbs will begin every 15 minutes from 10:00 am until 3:30 pm. The lighthouse may close at any time if weather conditions are determined to be unsafe.
Tickets for Lighthouse Climbs: Tickets will be available for purchase Tuesday through Saturday at the Light Station Visitor Center, near the ferry dock, and by phone. The phone number for advanced reservations is 252-728-0708. Tickets sales will begin at 9:30 am and continue until 3:00 pm.
Prices for Tickets: $8.00 for adults. $4 for children 8-12 (must be above 44”), senior citizens (62 years and older). Cash or credit cards accepted. Climbers under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

AKA Reef Gander Tours

Atlantic Beach custom boat tours and trips for shelling, fishing, swimming, clamming, exploring, sightseeing, etc. with Captain Dallas Goodwin. info@reefgandertours.com

View Website 4000 Oak Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 725-4444

Calico Jack's Marina

Calico Jack's Ferry departs from the Cape Lookout Ferry Terminal on Harkers Island, NC. The ferry services the Cape Lookout Lighthouse near the southern tip of Core Banks, and the East end of Shackleford Banks. Both islands are part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore, and are only accessible by ferries. Shackleford is home to a wild horse herd, and the both islands are famous for sea turtle nesting sites and bird aviaries. The area is surrounded by marsh islands and sand bars, and contains an abundance of marine life.

Calico Jack's Ferry currently runs four Coast Guard certified passenger ferry boats - a 49 passenger catamaran and three 14 passenger skiffs. Reservations are only required during winter months, or for large groups.

View Website 1698 Island Rd.
Harkers Island, NC 28531
(252) 728-3575

Cape Lookout Cabins & Camps Ferry Service

View Website 125 Grady Davis Lane
Davis, NC 28524
(252) 729-9751

Cape Pointe Marina Ferry & Tours

Cape Pointe Marina is your one stop shop for all fishing, boating and camping needs! Located on Harkers Island in Carteret County, we offer everything you need for the best fishing trip around. We offer monthly and annual boat slip rentals, a boat ramp, ships store, live bait, gas and oil, annual RV site rentals, boat engine repairs, boat and RV storage, and souvenirs.

As one of the closest marinas to Cape Lookout National Seashore, we offer convenient ferry rides to Cape Lookout. Or explore the area and take a trip with us to Shackleford Banks and other destinations. For more adventure, join us on a chartered fishing trip off North Carolina's beautiful Crystal Coast!

View Website 1390 Harkers Island Road
Harkers Island, NC 28531
(252) 728-6181

Crystal Coast Ferry Service

Located on the Morehead City waterfront between Jack's & the Carolina Princess.  Plenty of All-Day FREE parking just steps away!

Hourly trips to Shackleford, Sugarloaf & Sand Dollar Islands

View Website 201 S. 6th Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
252-503-1955

Island Ferry Adventures

Passenger only ferry service to Shackleford Banks and other barrier islands departs Beaufort City Docks. Dolphin watches and scenic tours also available. Additional location in Harkers Island. 5 Boat Tours per day in season email: ncbeachbum@ec.rr.com.

View Website 610 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-7555

Local Yokel Ferry

Local Yokel ferry service provides ferry rides to Cape Lookout, NC. Lifetime local, Captain Ellis Yeomans, will guide you through the waters of the Bogue Sound to meet your exciting adventure on Cape Lookout. Open everyday. (One mile past Harkers Island Bridge)

View Website 516 Harkers Island Rd
Harkers Island, NC 28531
252-728-2759

Lookout Cruises

Lookout Cruises offers daily sailing excursions departing historic Beaufort for up to 42 passengers on a 45-foot catamaran with cushioned seating, plenty of shade and large clean restrooms on board.

View Website Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
252-504-SAIL

Outer Banks Ferry Service

Offering service 7 days a week year-round to Cape Lookout, Bird Shoal, Sand Dollar Island and Carrot Island.

View Website 326 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
252-728-4129

Port City Tour Company

View Website 601 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Suite 3
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
(252) 772-9925

Waterfront Ferry Service

Passenger only ferry service to Shackleford Banks departs from Portside Marina, Morehead City. Pets may be accommodated, but call first.

209 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 726-7678

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