Ferry Rates (round trip)

All ferries are permitted by the National Park Service but are privately operated and licensed with their fees set by the North Carolina Utilities Commission.

Passenger ferries

Rates vary ($10 to $16 per adult, reduced for children) with the individual ferry service. Rates will also vary with the season (lower in summer, higher in winter) and with the amount of gear being transported (campers with gear may be charged an additional fee). Contact the ferry directly for the current price. All rates quoted are for roundtrip fares.

Vehicle ferries

Passengers: Rates vary ($14-$16 per adult, reduced for children) with the individual ferry service.

Vehicles: Rates vary according to vehicle size.  Standard size vehicles (18 ½ feet and under) run about $75 - $80 per vehicle. Small utility vehicles and ATVs cost less, larger vehicles cost more.

All rates quoted are for roundtrip fares. Contact the ferry directly for current pricing and more information.

Beach Shuttles

Four-wheel drive shuttle services are available for a fee. Contact the service directly for hours and rates.

Cape Lookout Conch Tours (252-732-4578) Runs from the Cape Lookout Light Station Transportation Shelter to the area of Cape Village and the point of Cape Lookout.

Cape Lookout Ferry Service (252-729-9751) Runs from the Great Island Cabin Area on South Core Banks.

Cabin rentals

Information on cabin rentals can be found on our lodging page.