Monday, July 28, 2008

Public Boat Ramps

As you can imagine, boating and fishing is a popular activity on the Outer Banks. Whether you are out enjoying dinner or taking a cruise with family or friends, the Outer Banks has plenty of ocean to enjoy. If you are an Outer Banks resident or have a vacation home in the area, then maybe you own aboat. If not, don’t worry, there are many places to rent a boat or jump on a fishing charter.


Public boat ramps are all over the Outer Banks; making it very easy for anyone to launch their boat. All of the following boat ramps are free to use and do not require a permit.


1. Dare County Public Boat Ramp:

This ramp is right off Bob Perry Road. The canal to the sound is only 200 feet long and has a depth of about 5 feet.

2. North Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramp:

Located in Kill Devil Hills right off Bay Drive. This dock is recommended only for shallow draft vessels.

3. National Park Service Boat Ramp @ Oregon Inlet:

This public ramp is located at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center off of Highway 12.

4. Fish & Wildlife Boat Ramp:

This is a great dock for recreational fishing. It is located right on the west side of Washington Baum Bridge, directly across from Pirate’s Cove Marina.

5. Dare County Boat Ramp:

This ramp is located in the heart of Dare County between the Fisherman’s Wharf Restaurant and Moon Tillett’s Fish Company. Parking is very limited at this ramp, depending on commercial activity.

6. Fish & Wildlife Boat Ramp:

This large boat ramp is located in Manteo on Roanoke Island. There is enough parking for about 30 vehicles. The dock is located on California Street.

7. Dare County Public Boat Ramp:

This ramp is located adjacent to the bridge that leads to Roanoke Island Festival Park. This ramp has very limited parking.

For a complete listing off all the boat ramps in the Outer Banks, click here.

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