OBX To Do

Some free & fun activities on the Outer Banks! From the towering dunes at Jockey's Ridge to the free ferry ride over to Ocracoke, we’ve mapped out some of the best no-cost fun on the islands. Don't forget to pack a flashlight! Ghost Crab Hunting is a total "parent win" - it's free, it burns off that final bit of kid energy before bed, and it’s a memory they’ll talk about all year. 🦀🔦 If you’re heading south, the free vehicle ferry is a classic "mini-cruise," but if you're traveling without a car, the low-cost Ocracoke Express passenger ferry is your best friend - it drops you right in the heart of the village!