Sea & Sound

Everything about Ocracoke's flora and fauna, from the beaches to the marshes, and everywhere in between!

This is also the place for news from Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust, and other agencies that work to preserve Ocracoke's beautiful natural environment.

Even in a busy month, you can find your own stretch of beach on Ocracoke.

It's True. September was Really Busy.

10/14/2020 - 14:41

Cape Hatteras National Seashore sees double-digit increase in September visitation.

The path through the dunes between campground and beach. So close!

NPS Campground to Stay Open

09/16/2020 - 13:25

Cape Hatteras National Seashore extends Ocracoke Campground season through all of winter 2020/2021.

Virtual Nest Excavation Friday Morning

09/03/2020 - 17:45

See a Virtual Sea Turtle Nest Excavation!

Seashore Updates

09/03/2020 - 17:40

News from Cape Hatteras National Seashore:

Access to South Point on Ocracoke Island was fully restored on August 16.

South Point Open and More Updates

08/23/2020 - 21:03

News from Cape Hatteras National Seashore

NPS Campground Closes for Isaias

08/01/2020 - 12:05

Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is closely monitoring the projected path of Hurricane Isaias.

OBX Forever Announces New Projects

07/22/2020 - 14:16

Outer Banks Forever new projects to protect and enhance OBX National Parks

Social distancing is possible at our beaches!

Life's a Beach

07/16/2020 - 13:34

Cape Hatteras National Seashore sees highest June visitation in 18 years.

Man Dies While Swimming off the Beach at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Ocracoke Island, N.C.

07/12/2020 - 17:09

This morning a 65-year-old male from Chester Heights, PA died in the Atlantic Ocean off a beach on Ocracoke Island at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), North Carolina.

Seashore Update

06/26/2020 - 20:50

What's happening on Cape Hatteras National Seashore