Place

Prong Road

Prong Road Sound
Prong Road Sound

Quick Facts
Location:
Ocracoke, NC
Significance:
Soundside Off-Road Vehicle Route

Beach/Water Access

Ramps are subject to closure. For the most current status of beach access ramps, go to https://go.nps.gov/beachaccess.

Prong Road is a soundside off-road vehicle route that leads to the sound on Ocracoke Island. The entrance to Prong Road is located on the northern end of the Island near the ferry terminal to Hatteras Island.

Off-Road Vehicle Use

For beaches open to off-road-vehicle use, an off-road vehicle permit is required. Annual permits (from date of purchase) are $120 and 10-day permits are $50. Vehicles must be licensed, insured and registered; you must present your driver's license and vehicle registration. Permits must be purchased online at Recreation.gov 

Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Last updated: March 23, 2021